Scientists have discovered that this rotting smell is unconsciously recognized by people. Furthermore, the smell triggers an instant reaction when it is emitted.
Animals are able to detect other people’s scents and respond appropriately. Sensing danger—whether from a predator or a larger, more powerful animal in their pack—is the same as this.
According to a research by Ilan Shira from the Department of Behavioral Sciences at Arkansas Tech University in Russellville, AK, and Arnaud Wisman from the University of Kent’s School of Psychology in Canterbury,
UK, animals and humans may not be all that unlike after all. Across all species, the capacity to identify chemical odors is essential to survival.
