THE DARK FOREST THEORY

The dark forest theory suggests that advanced alien civilizations in the universe are silent and hostile, remaining undetectable to avoid annihilation by other, potentially hostile civilizations. It's based on the idea that survival instincts, particularly in a harsh cosmic environment, would leave extraterrestrials to assume the worst about others and act accordingly. It posits that the universe is a dark forest where every alien civilization is like a fearful armed hunter, cautious to avoid detection and prepared to eliminate any potential threat. In essence, the dark forest theory is a pessimistic but plausible explanation for the silence in the universe, suggesting that the risks of contact and the inherent dangers of cosmic survival might be more significant than the potential for discovery and collaboration.