Playing Noah

[Egekrusher]

If you knew that the world was going to be destroyed, and you had the chance to save a select few species of animal life, say 5, what would they be?

With any of the animals, you would need enough of each species to not cause inbreeding. Genetic diversity would require somewhere in the neighborhood of 50 males/females of each species, so figure 100 of each.

1. Humans- duh.
2. Dolphins- Although this would be difficult, they are the second most intelligent beings on the planet.
3. Deer- If we had to repopulate another planet, we would need something that was good for hunting. Now remember, with our modern technology we can survive on plants alone, however, without vitamins and artificially manufactured resources for protein, we would wither very quickly.
4. Dogs- We would need to have a companion, as we always have in the past. Some may say cats, but cats can't help you hunt for food.
5. Cows- Another vital resource for us. We need calcium, which comes most abundantly in cows' milk. We could also use them for their meat, in case the deer population grows sparse from overhunting.

Rather in depth thread, I know.

[Stingy Jack]

1. Humans -- of course. I should be able to choose five more animals. This one is a given. But oh well.

2. Cows -- Meat and milk. Forget the deer. I've never eaten one before, and don't think we need 'em. Plus, this also frees up some space by eliminating the need for dogs.

3. Chickens -- Eggs! And chicken!! Yum!!!

4. Pigs -- Bacon! (to go with the eggs) And other fine ham products. Plus, they make good pets, too.

5. Horses -- I assume we need transportation ... and I'm not about to ride a fucking cow.

[Freddy Krueger.]

Humans - Me and a beautiful woman.
Pythons - Reptiles rule.
Black Panther - Their stunningly beautiful creatures.
Cheeta - My favorite feline.
Horses - Ye-ha!

[fluffho]

humans - but only the cool ones

dogs - cuz they kick ass

wombats - they r cute

goldfish - all kinds

kangaroo - boxing

[Vodstok]

Joke response:

1. Tsetse flies... Never can have too many. (at least, nature doesnt seem to think so)

2. Lemurs. I figure, we already got shotguns... Gonna need something to shoot at.

3. Human Botflies. They are disgusting and their larva burrows into your flesh. Why the hell not?

4. Babirusa. i like the sound of that "Babi-rusa". hey, it's a big pig with tusks growing through it's head!

5. Blue whale. Their weight would give us an edge. i'm not sure what edge, but their would be one.

[Vodstok]

Real Response:

Fuck people, they suck, and they will tag along wether or not you want them to.

1. Pigs. More versatile than cow. Can double as garbage and body disposal. (pork fat Rules!)

2. Turkey. More meat per bird than chicken. Makes good soup too.

3. Rats. Rats are good, clean, quiet pets. Plus, you could always eat one in a pinch.

4. Salmon. Damn fine eatin', plus, it would justify having a river on your space-ship.

5. Bison. Whip the suckers into complacency to be used as beasts of burden, and they are also damn fine eatin' (So i've heard)


if i can have a number 6, Lobster. tastes great, plus I could name one "Mr Pinchy"

[Stingy Jack]

Originally posted by Vodstok
Joke response:

1. Tsetse flies... Never can have too many. (at least, nature doesnt seem to think so)

2. Lemurs. I figure, we already got shotguns... Gonna need something to shoot at.

3. Human Botflies. They are disgusting and their larva burrows into your flesh. Why the hell not?

4. Babirusa. i like the sound of that "Babi-rusa". hey, it's a big pig with tusks growing through it's head!

5. Blue whale. Their weight would give us an edge. i'm not sure what edge, but their would be one.

Good choices. Some other animals worth considering (thanks to Weird Al for these):

amoeba -- unicellular

shark -- never let him lend you cash, and be careful when you pet him.

alligator -- they'd never wear a shirt that has a yuppie on the pocket.

hummingbird -- they never learned the words

unicorn -- The unicorn is just a myth, which is to say they don't exith.

snails -- french people like 'em with garlic and butter

iguana -- I could tell you a story about the iguana, but right at the moment, I don't really wanna.

poodle -- The poodle's an ugly, carniverous beast. In pastures, you might find it grazing. It's fangs measure twenty-three inches at least, and its antlers are truly amazing. Sometimes it might bury its head in the sand; its our main source for pork, ham and bacon. Then again, on the other hand, I could be completely mistaken.

cockroach -- when you stomp them on the ground, they make a pleasant crunching sound

[newb]

Vod, I believe Ege said SAVE a select few....not EAT them.

1. Humans...but only the white blue eyed blonde haired goosestepping kind...hahahah...WE SHALL RULE THE WORLD!

2. Dogs..mans best friend....also if you smear peanut butter in the right places........:)

3. Horses..gotta go with Stingy's transportation idea.

4. Italians...gotta have my pizza

5. The French...gotta have somewhere to bomb.

[fluffho]

Originally posted by newb
Vod, I believe Ege said SAVE a select few....not EAT them.

my thoughts exactly. but then again im vegetarian

thats why i picked cute aniamls.. but then again theres loads more but i had to settle with the 4

[Vodstok]

Oh, well if we arent being practiccal, then:

1. Cuttlefish. Easily one of the ccoolest creatures alive.

2. Quetzals. They are rare, and really pretty.

3. Rats. hey, i like rats.

4. Dogs. You need something to fetch the rats... Just kidding.

5. Guppies. Imagine, lakes where the only fish life is schools upon schools of fancy guppies.... Hey, it would be fun to look at...