Scientists spot an orangutan using a plant to treat his own wound in the wild

STAT·May 2

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Scientists have observed an orangutan in the wild using a plant to treat its own wound. This behavior has been documented and is being studied, with some outlets suggesting it may be the first recorded instance of such self-medication in orangutans. The observation has sparked interest among researchers, who note that self-medication is not unique to orangutans in the animal kingdom.

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Scientists spot an orangutan using a plant to treat his own wound in the wild

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