I wonder how we are contributing towards the evolution of other animals. It seems that by keeping some animals in captivity as pets, they are not forced to adapt in order to survive. This may be a disadvantage, not that it matters incredibly in that they are, like us, essentially removed from nature. Though, maybe they are simply evolving in a different way. We keep other animals in captivity for food, and not only are we hindering their evolution, but we are also causing them harm by not treating them well. I do think that is a problem.
We could also be contributing to evolution in a positive way. We are helping/increasing the apes knowledge of tool-using and helping to increase their intelligence, which is a substantial benefit. It would be interesting to be able to leave this planet and see how the apes adapt and evolve.
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