How about modern alternatives to big predators such as traffic, accidents with tools etc, abuse of alcohol and drugs, or a combination of all of the above? I would say that in these modern times, there is still plenty of possibilities to get hurt.
Jasja Dekker PhD student Resource Ecology Group Dept. Environmental Sciences, Wageningen University On 2/10/06 11:01 AM, "Buffington, Matt" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > This is another very broad question that has been bothering me lately. > = Are there any current natural selective pressures on humans? I'd > say = this is mainly for developed countries. I see lots of people > that are = old enough to reproduce that never would have long ago. I > hesisate to = list things that may have led to an early dimise but > there are lots of = them. As far as I know, there are no lions, bears > or wolves hanging out = in my office building waiting to pounce on the > old, very young, infirm, = or stupid. Just curious. > =20 > Matt Buffington > Indianapolis, IN
