# Do humans really need other species?

- Link: https://www.widthness.com/do-humans-really-need-other-species/
- Published: 2022-09-05T09:00:08-05:00
- Author: Curated by Theresa Wysocki

Photo caption: Science shows that humans are happier and healthier around other animal and plant species. Photo credit: Artur Debat / Moment via Getty Images. Article by Tom Langen. The Conversation – August 29, 2022. Can humans live without any other species of plants or animals? – Arunima S., age 14, Chhindwara, Madhya Pradesh, India People definitely cannot survive without other species. As an ecologist – a scientist who studies the interactions of plants, microorganisms, fungi and animals, including humans – I know there are at least three reasons we need other organisms. […] Click here to view original web page at theconversation.com