mammalian

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His current best theory is that it’s generated by quantum processes, suggesting that awareness exists on a continuous spectrum across all matter rather than remaining the exclusive domain of mammalian brains.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

The focus of the convention on mammalian species over others like fish and insects has previously been a criticism of the agreement.

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

"Understanding how and why biphonation has evolved is an important step towards elucidating the origins of the amazing vocal diversity of mammalian vocal behavior," says author David Reby of the University of Lyon/Saint-Etienne.

From Science Daily • Feb. 25, 2026

In fact, Alcatraz is a noted sanctuary for nesting shorebirds, in part because it lacks mammalian predators such as coyotes, bobcats and foxes.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 20, 2026

That outcome, with all of its momentous advantages for Eurasian societies, stemmed from three basic facts of mammalian geography, history, and biology.

From "Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies" by Jared M. Diamond