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Some tribes of birds will relieve and rear up the young and helpless, of their own and other tribes, when abandoned
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"Some tribes of birds will relieve and rear up the young and helpless, of their own and other tribes, when abandoned"

- William Bartram

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This quote by William Bartram speaks with the remarkable capability of birds to reveal empathy and take care of one another. It recommends that some species of birds will go out of their method to assist and support the young and susceptible, even if they are not of their own types. This is an exceptional example of selflessness and altruism, and it talks to the strong sense of neighborhood that exists among birds. It also suggests that birds have a strong sense of empathy and are capable of acknowledging the requirements of others. This quote is a testimony to the amazing capability of birds to show compassion and take care of one another, and it acts as a pointer of the value of keeping an eye out for one another.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by William Bartram between April 20, 1739 and July 22, 1823. He/she was a famous Environmentalist from USA. The author also have 10 other quotes.

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