Did you know some birds go to anthills for a natural cleanse? 🐦 Crows, robins, blue jays, and over 200 other bird species engage in a bizarre yet brilliant behavior called anting—where they let ants crawl all over their bodies or rub ants on themselves.
Why? Because many ants release formic acid, which helps birds get rid of parasites like mites and fungi. It’s nature’s own pest control and an incredible example of animal intelligence at work.
📌 In this video:
What is anting and why do birds do it?
The science behind formic acid and parasite control
How evolution may have passed down this instinct
In a world full of synthetic solutions, anting shows us that sometimes, nature already has the answer. 🌿
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