Kenyan elephants consume 35 plant species
A study indicates that elephants of Mount Elgon in Kenya utilize precise medicinal mixtures comprising 35 types of plants, minerals, and clay to treat themselves and their calves. They selectively choose these plants based on their health needs. These behaviors are among the most complex forms of self-medication observed in animals, with a connection between the selected plants and their antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and antiparasitic properties. This reflects the animals’ intelligence in managing their health selectively when necessary.
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