Why Do Most Mammals Don’t Fly?
What is so inherently special about birds that they fly and we don’t? Some theories have alluded towards our genes, is there more to look into? In this blog, you will explore whether it is our genes that make us terrestrial? The Hebrew University of Jerusalem has pointed towards the fact that we might be “genetically grounded.” Are we? Well, through research, the Hebrew University has found out molecular causes that only selectively allow birds to fly but restrict other species to terrestrial domains. The ability to fly has only remained a subject of scientific speculation, if not only science fiction. It has captivated the imagination of many scientists, astronauts, designers, and adventure enthusiasts. However, our biological limitations have made it all but impossible to fly through the air. Of course, we do have the gift of intelligence, and we have utilized balloons and aircraft to take leverage of air superiority. Nevertheless, our body limits ourselves to earth...