Tree Shrew Lavatory

Monday, June 22, 2009 - 09:35 in Paleontology & Archaeology

A tree shrew licks nectar from the underside of the pitcher plant's lid, and if necessary defecates, before scrambling away. On its way out, the mammal wipes its genitals on the leaf to scent mark the plant.

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