Mongoose-warthog cooperation (IMAGE)

University of Cape Town - Faculty of Science

Mongoose-warthog cooperation

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Banded mongooses (Mungos mungo) can cooperate with common warthogs (Phacochoerus africanus) by cleaning them, removing ticks and other parasites, while the warthogs provide access to food and safety from predators through their vigilance and presence. Example footage from Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda.

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Leela Channer

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