Grass, a ubiquitous plant found in various ecosystems across the globe, is a fundamental component of the plant kingdom with remarkable diversity and ecological significance. Characterized by slender, elongated leaves and a fibrous root system, grasses belong to the Poaceae family and are known for their ability to adapt to a wide range of environmental conditions. These hardy plants exhibit impressive resilience, thriving in temperate, tropical, and even arid regions. The structure of grass is essential to its functionality, with leaves equipped with specialized cells called stomata that regulate gas exchange, crucial for photosynthesis and respiration. Photosynthesis, the metabolic process by which grasses harness sunlight to synthesize carbohydrates from carbon dioxide and water, sustains not only the grass itself but also plays a vital role in the Earth's carbon cycle. Grasses, due to their extensive root systems, can sequester significant amounts of carbon below the soil surface, making them essential players in mitigating climate change. Moreover, the intricate network of roots helps prevent soil erosion by stabilizing the topsoil and enhancing soil structure and fertility. Beyond their ecological importance, grasses have profound cultural, agricultural, and economic significance. Humans have cultivated grasses for thousands of years for various purposes. Wheat, rice, corn, barley, and oats are just a few examples of major staple crops that come from grasses. These cereals are fundamental to human nutrition, providing essential carbohydrates, vitamins, and minerals. Additionally, grasses have played a crucial role in the development of modern civilizations, enabling the establishment of agricultural societies that laid the foundation for human advancement. Grass also plays a vital role in the world of sports and recreation, forming the basis for playing surfaces in football, soccer, golf, and many other sports. The carefully maintained grass fields offer a safe and level playing surface, enhancing the overall sporting experience. In landscapes, grass is often used for aesthetic purposes, lending a lush green appearance to gardens, parks, and residential areas. Ornamental grasses, appreciated for their unique textures and forms, add beauty and diversity to landscaping designs. In the realm of wildlife, grasses provide essential habitats and sustenance for a wide array of creatures. Many herbivores, from insects to large mammals like bison and elephants, rely on grass as a primary source of food. Grasslands, characterized by an abundance of grasses, support a rich biodiversity, including various plant species, insects, birds, and other animals that have evolved to coexist within this ecosystem. It's worth noting that grasses have evolved various strategies to adapt to different environmental conditions. Some grasses are well-suited to temperate climates, while others have adapted to survive in arid or tropical environments. The growth habits of grasses can vary significantly, from tall, waving grasses of the prairie to low, creeping grasses of the savannah. Additionally, grasses have evolved diverse reproductive mechanisms, utilizing wind, animals, or water to disperse their seeds and ensure their survival. In conclusion, grasses, a diverse and ubiquitous plant family, play a pivotal role in the functioning of ecosystems, the sustenance of both wildlife and humans, and the aesthetic enhancement of landscapes. Their unique characteristics, ability to adapt, and multifaceted contributions to the world make them a fundamental and fascinating aspect of the natural world. Understanding and appreciating the significance of grasses is crucial for sustainable practices and the preservation of our environment.
Anti-furries, also known (in polite terms) as furry critics, are those individuals who hold negative views or opinions, and a general dislike, for the furry fandom and furries, in part or as a whole, including all aspects of it (sociology, lifestyle, art, costume play [fursuiting], furry sexuality, etc), based on personal or group's opinions, facts (real ["zoophiles"] or hoaxes ["litter boxes"]), or just for trolling behavior. Contents 1 Ethymology 2 Types 2.1 Within the fandom 2.2 Outside the fandom 3 Anti-furry groups or communities 4 See also 5 References 6 External links Ethymology Anti-furries are sometimes referred to as non-furs and/or mundanes, although the latter is more commonly used to refer to anyone who is not a member of the fandom. Types Within the fandom Previous members of the furry fandom who have become disgusted with furries (i.e.Burned Furs). They may consider themselves "anti-furry" while still continuing to produce and/or consume media relating to anthropomorphics, using fursonas or participating in conventions or MUCKs. Conversely, they may not only cease any interest or association with the fandom in the future but will actively deny any previous involvement. Outside the fandom Members that may have never had any association with the fandom, to begin with, and target its members for harassment for various reasons only known to themselves (peer pressure, personal hate, for lulz, Fursecution, etc...). Members that are known to hate furries due to the various negative connections to disturbing sexual fetishes, as well as the stereotype of furries being depicted in mainstream media as socially inept, odd, with poor personal hygiene, and often delusional. Some also post imagery of intense, graphic violence, and abuse, mostly online. Anti-furry groups or communities Some online communities have a solid anti-furry slant, such as 4chan, Kiwi Farms, encyclopediadramatica.se, and Something Awful. Vivisector was an example of a site primarily catering to a general dislike of current furry fans and fandom, with some of its members being ex-furs. The reasons given for their behavior run the gamut from true harassment to just getting a few people together to laugh at the reaction of most furries to provoking drama. Members often contend that such sites merely exhibit the true state of the furry community or at least a portion of it. Jk they're 14 year olds barely passing their english class that think they're "AlPhA", "CoOl" or "SiGmA" for hating people because they have hobbies
@@joshbreck3489maybe you should mind your own business if people want to have a cosplay of their character they’re allowed tbh people spend a lot more money on way more useless stuff and they don’t get hate for it furries just do what makes them happy so lay off
Star Wars: The Fluff Awakens
That’s a movie I’d watch 😂
@@NoxthesergalSame
Furr wars: the fluff awakens
“I have power :0”
“its over slush! i have the paw pads now!”
You will be known as Darth Soren
Now I am known as Dead Soren 💀 😂
Nooooo not the floppy ears!
The return of the fluffydi
Now I wanna see the iconic Phantom Menace Darth Maul duel, but with furries
I sooooo want to choreograph and film that
You are the chosen one
It’s over Furry I have the Highground
Talk about A Jedi Furry lightsaber battle. Love the short. ❤
It was fun, and made me want to properly do a choreographed fight scene haha
@@SorenSladkevick Totally agree
Stars wars the fluff is awaken and awesome cute video my friend
OH NO
Darth fury
Newest sith lord
IT’S OVER SOREN! I HAVE THE HIGH GROUND!
Bro could not handle the heat
I could not it is so hot here 😫
You should try to find a way on how to install a fan or sum
@@SorenSladkevickand btw ur my fav youtuber and i love how all you and the others like verplex just be them
Awesome battle
“May the force be with you”
-Obi Wan
Oh wow haha! You never seem to know what you'll see at a convention, do you? Looks like fun! :D
Well I just want to say that I'm a huge fan
One of first comments im a big fan!
Grass, a ubiquitous plant found in various ecosystems across the globe, is a fundamental component of the plant kingdom with remarkable diversity and ecological significance. Characterized by slender, elongated leaves and a fibrous root system, grasses belong to the Poaceae family and are known for their ability to adapt to a wide range of environmental conditions. These hardy plants exhibit impressive resilience, thriving in temperate, tropical, and even arid regions. The structure of grass is essential to its functionality, with leaves equipped with specialized cells called stomata that regulate gas exchange, crucial for photosynthesis and respiration.
Photosynthesis, the metabolic process by which grasses harness sunlight to synthesize carbohydrates from carbon dioxide and water, sustains not only the grass itself but also plays a vital role in the Earth's carbon cycle. Grasses, due to their extensive root systems, can sequester significant amounts of carbon below the soil surface, making them essential players in mitigating climate change. Moreover, the intricate network of roots helps prevent soil erosion by stabilizing the topsoil and enhancing soil structure and fertility.
Beyond their ecological importance, grasses have profound cultural, agricultural, and economic significance. Humans have cultivated grasses for thousands of years for various purposes. Wheat, rice, corn, barley, and oats are just a few examples of major staple crops that come from grasses. These cereals are fundamental to human nutrition, providing essential carbohydrates, vitamins, and minerals. Additionally, grasses have played a crucial role in the development of modern civilizations, enabling the establishment of agricultural societies that laid the foundation for human advancement.
Grass also plays a vital role in the world of sports and recreation, forming the basis for playing surfaces in football, soccer, golf, and many other sports. The carefully maintained grass fields offer a safe and level playing surface, enhancing the overall sporting experience. In landscapes, grass is often used for aesthetic purposes, lending a lush green appearance to gardens, parks, and residential areas. Ornamental grasses, appreciated for their unique textures and forms, add beauty and diversity to landscaping designs.
In the realm of wildlife, grasses provide essential habitats and sustenance for a wide array of creatures. Many herbivores, from insects to large mammals like bison and elephants, rely on grass as a primary source of food. Grasslands, characterized by an abundance of grasses, support a rich biodiversity, including various plant species, insects, birds, and other animals that have evolved to coexist within this ecosystem.
It's worth noting that grasses have evolved various strategies to adapt to different environmental conditions. Some grasses are well-suited to temperate climates, while others have adapted to survive in arid or tropical environments. The growth habits of grasses can vary significantly, from tall, waving grasses of the prairie to low, creeping grasses of the savannah. Additionally, grasses have evolved diverse reproductive mechanisms, utilizing wind, animals, or water to disperse their seeds and ensure their survival.
In conclusion, grasses, a diverse and ubiquitous plant family, play a pivotal role in the functioning of ecosystems, the sustenance of both wildlife and humans, and the aesthetic enhancement of landscapes. Their unique characteristics, ability to adapt, and multifaceted contributions to the world make them a fundamental and fascinating aspect of the natural world. Understanding and appreciating the significance of grasses is crucial for sustainable practices and the preservation of our environment.
Anti-furries, also known (in polite terms) as furry critics, are those individuals who hold negative views or opinions, and a general dislike, for the furry fandom and furries, in part or as a whole, including all aspects of it (sociology, lifestyle, art, costume play [fursuiting], furry sexuality, etc), based on personal or group's opinions, facts (real ["zoophiles"] or hoaxes ["litter boxes"]), or just for trolling behavior.
Contents
1 Ethymology
2 Types
2.1 Within the fandom
2.2 Outside the fandom
3 Anti-furry groups or communities
4 See also
5 References
6 External links
Ethymology
Anti-furries are sometimes referred to as non-furs and/or mundanes, although the latter is more commonly used to refer to anyone who is not a member of the fandom.
Types
Within the fandom
Previous members of the furry fandom who have become disgusted with furries (i.e.Burned Furs). They may consider themselves "anti-furry" while still continuing to produce and/or consume media relating to anthropomorphics, using fursonas or participating in conventions or MUCKs. Conversely, they may not only cease any interest or association with the fandom in the future but will actively deny any previous involvement.
Outside the fandom
Members that may have never had any association with the fandom, to begin with, and target its members for harassment for various reasons only known to themselves (peer pressure, personal hate, for lulz, Fursecution, etc...).
Members that are known to hate furries due to the various negative connections to disturbing sexual fetishes, as well as the stereotype of furries being depicted in mainstream media as socially inept, odd, with poor personal hygiene, and often delusional. Some also post imagery of intense, graphic violence, and abuse, mostly online.
Anti-furry groups or communities
Some online communities have a solid anti-furry slant, such as 4chan, Kiwi Farms, encyclopediadramatica.se, and Something Awful. Vivisector was an example of a site primarily catering to a general dislike of current furry fans and fandom, with some of its members being ex-furs.
The reasons given for their behavior run the gamut from true harassment to just getting a few people together to laugh at the reaction of most furries to provoking drama. Members often contend that such sites merely exhibit the true state of the furry community or at least a portion of it.
Jk they're 14 year olds barely passing their english class that think they're "AlPhA", "CoOl" or "SiGmA" for hating people because they have hobbies
it seems the anti-furs have a new ally
I sent him there
@@user-ho1ih1uj6wTake him back
I go to megaplex!
Star wars x furry fandom
Epic
Your fursuit is really and I mean *really* familliar
Which one?
@@SorenSladkevick the orange one
Back in 2018 or 2019 my mom came across a person on a dating app with an orange and white fursuit
A furry has just joined the dark side
Need hugs
I’m not angry at furries but I’m angry at slenders
Hello
fluff wars
FLUF WARS
LOS FURROS
Death
EW FURRY ALERT! CMON SITH LORD I'M ON YOUR SIDE
ew cringe 12 year old alert
at least we don't waste $2000 on crappy fursuits that can catch fire instantly with just one match@@SheepPilled
@@joshbreck3489 less than 10% of furries actually own or want a Fursuit.
@@joshbreck3489maybe you should mind your own business if people want to have a cosplay of their character they’re allowed tbh people spend a lot more money on way more useless stuff and they don’t get hate for it furries just do what makes them happy so lay off
@@joshbreck3489i dont even own one lmao