Which animal will replace humans as Earth's dominant species?
Which animal will replace humans as Earth's dominant species?
Human beings have been at the center of ecological change on Earth for thousands of years. But as history shows, no species lasts forever.
What would octopus-Earth look like?
Octopuses might build underwater habitats, find new ways to interact with their surroundings, and even reach beyond the waves one day.
“Would octopuses build vast underwater cities and come onto land wearing breathing apparatus to shoot a deer? We’ve no way of knowing,” he says.
No one predicted that ancient primates would slowly turn into bipedal humans with advanced technology.
Coulson believes that “random mutations, unforeseen extinction events, and population bottlenecks can all significantly influence the trajectory of evolution.” This means the future is wide open, shaped by countless variables that scientists can’t fully predict.
I don't believe I'm underwater civilized life. Think about the main two technical advancements that were crucial to our development: The wheel and fire. Both make living more energy efficient by saving energy and getting more from food.
But both are impossible in water. The high resistance of water (Vs air) is physically impossible to overcome and hot stuff is impossible to contain without advanced technology.
Without lungs octopuses wont make it far if you ask me.
Crab.