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Wild animals have long captivated human imagination. Every single culture in history contains wildlife in its folklore, traditions, mythology, and art. From cave drawings to Aesop’s fables, our affinity with animals is so ancient and pervasive that it is virtually universal. But why? Perhaps it is a deeply-engrained psychological throwback to the times when the vast majority of human civilization thrived alongside animals. Or perhaps it is because we instinctively know that coexistence with animals is good for us – borne out by the multitudes of studies showing the emotional and physical health benefits of companion animals.