They are now known as one of the few animals tested that can do complex math. They can also see into the Ultraviolet range, making their color perception much more deep than humans and many other animals. Their hearing is also much more fine tuned than humans. They also have enhanced sensitivity to magnetic forces, hence their known skills as messengers.

Apparently, after seeing this post, they may have heightened abilities when it comes to calling out BS.

I think that what Mr. Eric Sir is getting at is: Mission residents might be stupid to try to cohabit tolerantly with the more predatory individuals in their environment.

Or maybe we just LOOK stupid.