African elephant in natural habitat

African Elephants Use Medicinal Plants for Self-Treatment, Study Finds

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Research reveals that African elephants utilize a variety of medicinal plants to treat illnesses in themselves and their families. This finding highlights the complex self-care behaviors in elephants and their knowledge of natural remedies.

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