The more we learn of the true nature of non-human animals, especially those with complex brains and corresponding complex social behaviour, the more ethical concerns are raised regarding their use in the service of man—whether this be in entertainment, as ‘pets,’ for food, in research laboratories or any of the other uses to which we subject them.

Death is present every day, but we don't see it until it touches us directly.

鹪鹩栖息在密密的深林，只不过占有一根树枝；偃鼠在河边饮水，只不过喝了满满一肚子。