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Geographic Spread of Orangutan Self-Medication by May 2024
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Borneo • 25%
Sumatra • 25%
Both Borneo and Sumatra • 25%
Neither • 25%
Global wildlife monitoring organizations or primatology studies
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Wild Orangutan Uses Medicinal Plant to Treat Wound in Groundbreaking Observation
May 2, 2024, 03:07 PM
For the first time, a wild orangutan has been observed applying a medicinal plant to treat a wound. This behavior was documented when researchers observed the orangutan making a paste from chewed liana leaves, known for their pain-relieving properties, and applying it to a significant wound below its eyelid. This marks a groundbreaking observation in animal behavior, showcasing self-medication among wild animals.
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0 studies • 25%
1-2 studies • 25%
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Use of different plants • 33%
Use of non-plant materials • 33%
No new behaviors • 34%
No new plants discovered • 25%
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3 or more new plants discovered • 25%
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Asia • 25%
Africa • 25%
South America • 25%
Australia • 25%
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National expansion • 25%
International aid for expansion • 25%
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