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Wolves: Unexpected Pollinators?

Ethiopian wolves, known for hunting rodents, have a surprising side-gig: nectar-drinking.

These endangered canids lap up sweet nectar from torch lilies, getting covered in pollen in the process.

Scientists believe this could make them accidental pollinators, a remarkable discovery for a carnivore.

This unexpected behavior reveals the intricate ecological relationships in the Ethiopian highlands.

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Original: The New York Times (Science)

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#Ethiopian wolf #pollination #nectar #torch lilies #endangered species

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