…remarkable features distinguishing us from animals, apart from our “unmatched intelligence,” is our lack of inborn proficiency, being, as we are, jacks of all trades but masters of none. Animals, on the other hand, have mastered their particular ‘trades’ to a high degree, be it running, swimming, sniffing, you name it… nor do they need 20 to 30 years to master their particular skills. But more importantly, we humans have the inner freedom to ask questions. And we have a sense of humour (well, some of us do, in any case). Undoubtedly, both animals and huma…
