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Prey mammals have evolved microscopic guard hairs that function as thermal antennas, allowing them to detect predators through non-visible light, highlighting the complex and information-rich nature of the environment beyond human perception.

• Prey mammals possess micron-scale guard hairs that act as thermal antennas
• These hairs are directly connected to the cortex and spinal column for rapid reaction to predators
• The environment contains abundant non-visible "informational" light
• Nature is described as a "luminous symphony" and a "dance of light and shadow"
• Predators have adaptations to mask their thermal signatures, such as cold noses and specific attack postures
• The post links to a scientific paper about infrared antenna-like structures in mammalian fur
• The author clarifies that "informational" light refers to light containing information, either biogenic (from organisms) or abiogenic (e.g., from the sun)
• All living organisms emit light through ultra-weak photon emission (UPE)
• Healthy organisms emit light differently (in frequency, periodicity, and coherence) compared to diseased systems
• The author compares this difference to melodic music versus discordant sound
• Humans also emit light, though this is not elaborated on in the given excerpt
• The post suggests that nature is an excellent nano-engineer
• There's a brief mention of emission theory of vision, though not expanded upon
• The author's tone is informative and enthusiastic about the complexities of nature and light beyond human perception