Orangutan seen treating wound with medicinal herb in first for wild animals
- Scientists observed an orangutan using a medicinal plant to treat a wound on its face, applying the plant like a bandage, showcasing animals foraging to heal.
- The orangutan, named Rakus, chewed leaves of the Akar Kuning plant, known for its healing properties, and applied the mixture to the wound for over half an hour.
- The plant used by the orangutan is recognized for pain relief and anti-inflammatory effects, commonly utilized in traditional medicine for various ailments in South East Asia.
Insights by Ground AI
Does this summary seem wrong?
0 Articles
0 Articles
All
Left
Center
Right
Coverage Details
Total News Sources0
Leaning Left37Leaning Right13Center40Last Updated13 days agoBias Distribution44% Center