Coexistence

Coexistence is defined as the state of two or more things, people, or groups existing together at the same time and place.

In nature, coexistence refers to different species living in the same habitat or ecosystem. I spend a lot of time in nature doing my best to coexist with all that is around me. I had been watching this horse for awhile when the bird landed near its head. There was no fear, no agitation on the part of the horse or the bird. They were coexisting, peacefully in their habitat. According to the WWF, human-wildlife coexistence is a dynamic state in which the needs and interests of both humans and wildlife living in proximity to each other are generally met, though this coexistence may not be entirely free of negative interactions and may still contain some level of impact to both people and wildlife. Coexistence is especially dependent on a level of tolerance on the human side. It is us humans that need to learn to coexist. We are not entitled to all that we see. We are not entitled to take what we want from the planet. We must protect this planet and all that inhabit it. Keep that in mind as you spend time outside this summer. Respect for all living things is the key.

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Wendy