Orangutans look for medicinal plants for self-care, researchers discover
Published date: Mon, 22 Jun 2026 17:30:31 +0700Orangutans actively seek out medicinal plants for self-care, researchers have discovered.
A study by the University of Exeter found that apes in Borneo select plants with antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and wound-healing properties.
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Central Kalimantan, Indonesia |
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20/06/2026 |
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