The Tim Ferriss Show

The Tim Ferriss Show

The Sunday Read: 'Beauty of the Beasts'

Mar 21, 2021 · 00:52:37

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Biologists revisit evolutionary theories on animal aesthetics.
Features like bright lizard throats and bird-of-paradise feathers are discussed.
The episode explores the role of beauty and conspicuousness in survival.

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