Jakob von Uexküll

Jakob von Uexküll was a German biologist and philosopher known for his work in the field of biosemiotics and animal behavior. He introduced the concept of "Umwelt," which refers to the unique sensory world that each creature experiences, shaped by its biological and ecological traits. This idea highlights how different organisms perceive and interact with their environment in distinct ways. Uexküll's insights challenge the notion of a single objective reality, emphasizing that understanding the perspectives of various species is crucial for studying life and behavior in the natural world.