A cow has been filmed using tools for the first time ever, stunning scientists

BBC Science Focus Magazine·Jan 19

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A cow has been observed using tools, a behavior that has reportedly been documented for the first time in cattle. The cow, referred to as Veronika, has been filmed using items such as a broom or rake to scratch herself. This observation has surprised scientists and may indicate that cows are more intelligent than previously thought.

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