Quote by Lewis Thomas

Ants are so much like human beings as to be an embarrassment. They farm fungi, raise aphids as livestock, launch armies into war, use chemical sprays to alarm and confuse enemies, capture slaves, engage in child labour, exchange information ceaselessly. They do everything but watch television.

Ants are so much like human beings as to be an embarrassment

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This quote seeks to highlight the astonishing similarities between ants and human beings, suggesting that it could be embarrassing to acknowledge how much we share in common with such small creatures. From their farming practices to their use of chemical warfare and even engaging in slavery, ants showcase a wide range of complex behaviors that resemble human society. The only thing separating us, according to this quote, is our propensity for watching television.

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