Konrad Lorenz

Birds are the most perfect flyers; they have no need for engines.

Love is the bridge between two hearts, much like the bond between man and beast.

The domestication of animals is the first step towards civilization.

Humor is the healthy side of the human soul.

We must learn from animals to live in harmony with our environment.

The innate releasing mechanism is the key to understanding behavior.

Friendship with a dog is a gift from the gods.

Civilization has made man the most dangerous animal on earth.

Observation of nature is the purest form of science.

The soul of man is reflected in the eyes of his dog.

War is the ultimate expression of misguided aggression.

Children and animals teach us the innocence we have lost.

Evolution favors the adaptable, not the strongest.

A witty remark can disarm even the fiercest critic.

The meaning of life lies in the connections we form.

Fish in an aquarium remind us of the vast ocean we ignore.

Instincts are the ancient wisdom of the species.

Laughter is the music of the soul, shared with our animal friends.

The greylag goose has taught me more about family than any human.

Human progress is measured by our compassion for the weak.