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Episode 2035 | “Plumage and Perception: Do Birds See Beauty Like We Do?”

23 Sep 2025

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In this episode, we explore the amazing world of bird plumage and the purpose beauty serves in nature. From the biology behind birds choosing mates based on feathers, to studies showing links between cognition and plumage, we ask: are birds simply following instinct, or are they actually evaluating? We also delve deeper into the ethical side: do humans romanticize bird plumage when we call it “beautiful,” and how does this bias affect conservation efforts? Join us as we unpack how beauty can inspire preservation, but also risk overlooking less “attractive” species that are just as vital to our ecosystems. 

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