As in much of biology, the most satisfying truths in ecology derive from manipulative experimentation. Tinker with nature and quantify how it responds.

Or fayrer then her ſelfe, if ought algate / Might fayrer be.

He possessed a gorgeous cope of crimson silk and gold-thread damask, … The orphreys were divided into panels representing scenes from the life of the Virgin, and the coronation of the Virgin was figured in coloured silks upon the hood. … The orphreys were woven in a diaper of red and gold silk, and were starred with medallions of many saints and martyrs, among whom was St. Sebastian.

Here, it is said, MacDonalds of Glencoe hid their lifted beasts when retribution threatened.