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Can you please clarify what you mean by "higher species"? I want to fully understand your question for me to be able to provide an appropriate answer.

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If you mean other species that would be regarded as more intelligent with a much more developed brain than the human species  which I think there aren't but let's assume, then maybe humans can actually be considered by them as bioindicator species.

Bioindicator species are species whose presence, absence, abundance and functions within an ecological community indicate something about the quality of the environment. For instance, frogs and toads are used to assess the level of pollution in their environment as their skins and gills have the ability to absorb harmful chemicals compounds around them.

As we are witnessing man's current increasing and alarming rate of destruction of the environment, I can say that man is an indicator of environmental degradation. Humans wherever they are found always alter the state of the environment to suit themselves.
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Am meant to understand that bioindicators are simply living organism that gives us an idea of the general health state of an ecosystem.

Drawing from the definition above and if there were actually higher species living amongst us, humans will definitely be bioindicators, biologically indicating the trails of destructions we've left in every of our paths around the globe.

This is going to sound crazy and a lot of people will disagree, but I personally believe in the presence of higher intelligent species on earth. Maybe not human or earth like creatures, but extraterrestrial scouts, coming in and out of the planet to study us. If that be the case, then our very existence and how much we've taken and keep taking from nature leading to increasing depleting resources will most definitely count as  a major bioindicator.
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Yes, humans can be viewed as bioindicator species, as they are capable of responding to environmental changes and can indicate changes in their environment. For example, humans can be used to measure air quality and pollution levels, or to observe changes in the climate. In addition, humans can be used to monitor changes in the food chain, as well as changes in the health and wellbeing of other species.
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It depends on the definition of "biocommunity" and "bioclimatic environment." In general, humans are considered bioindicators of certain species if they are considered to be the most important modulators of the community's natural climate transpired CO2 levels in human-influenced climate change the study said. For these reasons, it is difficult to say that humans are not bioindicators of certain species due to different definitions of " biome."
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Yes, humans can be considered as bioindicators in certain contexts. A bioindicator is a species or organism whose presence, absence, abundance, or overall health status reflects the general condition of an ecosystem. In the case of humans, various aspects of our health and well-being can provide insights into environmental and societal conditions. For example:

1. **Health Indicators:** Certain health parameters in human populations, such as rates of certain diseases, can be indicative of environmental factors like pollution, exposure to toxins, or broader societal issues.

2. **Biomonitoring:** Humans can serve as biomonitoring tools for assessing exposure to environmental contaminants. Monitoring levels of specific substances in human tissues or fluids can provide information about environmental quality.

3. **Social and Economic Indicators:** Human well-being indicators, such as education levels, economic status, and overall quality of life, can reflect broader societal and environmental conditions.

While humans can be bioindicators, it's essential to consider the complexity of the factors influencing human health and well-being. Multiple variables, including genetic, lifestyle, and healthcare access, can contribute to health outcomes. Additionally, a comprehensive assessment often involves integrating information from various sources, including environmental monitoring and other species that may serve as bioindicators in specific ecosystems.
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