The Species Boundary
We are not as different from animals as we used to think. The differences are ones of degree, not kind
Frans de Waal
Dutch primatologist and ethologist renowned for his research on primate behavior, empathy, and morality in animals.
All moments: Frans de Waal
- Empathy as Skill — Frans de Waal
Empathy is a skill that we all have, and it can be learned and developed throughout our lives
- Justice in Nature — Frans de Waal
Animals understand fairness and they react negatively when treated unjustly compared to others
- Chimpanzee Culture — Frans de Waal
Chimpanzees have culture. They pass on traditions and differ in their social norms from group to group
- Emotions and Society — Frans de Waal
I'm interested in how emotions shape society and how animal emotions underlie social order
- Animal Morality — Frans de Waal
Morality is not uniquely human. Animals have their own sense of justice and fairness
- Foundation of Compassion — Frans de Waal
Empathy is fundamental to human behavior, and we can trace its roots throughout the animal kingdom
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