Ape Apothecaries

Roxy and Thea. Source: Tobias Deschner/Ozouga Chimpanzee Project.

For the first time, researchers observed wild chimpanzees applying insects to their own wounds and the wounds of others. Although questions remain, the topical application of these insects appears to be an instance of self-medication.

Read more at my Animal Minds blog: Chimpanzees Observed Applying Insects to Injuries.