Overview:

If humans vanished tomorrow, what species would rise in our place? In this speculative and scientifically grounded essay, Professor Tim Coulson examines the long arc of evolution and argues that octopuses — not primates — may be the most likely candidates to build the next intelligent civilisation. Drawing on their decentralised brains, advanced problem-solving, tool use, and capacity for communication, he explains why these alien-like creatures might thrive in a post-human world. A thought-provoking look at life after us — and what evolution may yet have in store.

Author bio:

Professor Tim Coulson is a Fellow of the Royal Society and Professor of Zoology at the University of Oxford. A leading expert in evolutionary biology, he writes about biodiversity, extinction, and what nature can teach us about the future of life on Earth.

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