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It is stories like these that once again reinforce something I strongly believe in. Despite all the advancements in human civilization and technology, nature still has so much to teach us. A few weeks ago, a Sumatran orangutan named Rakus demonstrated this beautifully. Scientists observed Rakus using a medicinal plant to treat a facial wound, showcasing an incredible example of self-medication in the wild. Rakus was seen plucking and chewing the leaves of a plant known for its medicinal properties and applying the juice to his wound, even pressing the chewed leaves to cover it like a bandage. This remarkable behavior, documented for the first time, underscores the depth of knowledge embedded in nature. This observation occurred in the ancient and rich ecosystems of Indonesia, where nature continues to thrive and teach those willing to listen. Nature’s lessons in resilience, healing, and adaptation are invaluable. This is why I cherish the natural world—its timeless wisdom offers insights that are essential for our continued growth and understanding. When it comes to applying these same levels and value of wisdom in your terminal operations, Trent Port Services encourages growth and innovation through the direct learnings of your local port operational environment. If you would like to know more about what I mean when I say this get in touch with me or my team today or take a closer look at our website in the link below: https://lnkd.in/diftXMDV https://lnkd.in/dbXtUPZY

We are fascinated and credit the researchers who observed a male Sumatran orangutan (Pongo abelii) named Rakus self-treating his facial wound using a biologically active plant. The biologists from the Max Planck Institute of Animal Behavior, Germany, and Universitas Nasional, Indonesia, say this is the first systematically documented case of active wound treatment with a plant species known to contain biologically active substances by a wild animal. The study took place in the Gunung Leuser National Park in South Aceh, Indonesia. On June 22, 2022, the research team first noticed that Rakus had a fresh wound on his right flange and inside his mouth. On June 25, Rakus selectively ripped off leaves of a liana with the common name Akar Kuning (Fibraurea tinctoria), chewed on them, and then repeatedly applied the resulting juice onto his wound. Lastly, he entirely covered the wound with the chewed leaves. By June 30, the wound was closed; by August 25, it was barely visible. We highly recommend reading the original article here: https://lnkd.in/eXecZtXm Laumer, I.B., Rahman, A., Rahmaeti, T. et al. Active self-treatment of a facial wound with a biologically active plant by a male Sumatran orangutan. Sci Rep 14, 8932 (2024). #readthis #saveorangutans #newresearch #interesting #orangutan #nature #animalbehavior #indonesia

It's Te Wiki o te Reo Māori / Māori Language Week! This year's bilingual poster features ngā hekaheka / fungi 🍄 𝗛𝗲 𝗮𝗵𝗮 𝘁ē𝗻𝗲𝗶 𝗵𝗲𝗸𝗮𝗵𝗲𝗸𝗮? 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗳𝘂𝗻𝗴𝘂𝘀? Our great forests of Tāne-mahuta hold a treasure trove of fungi (hekaheka), many only found in Aotearoa. Certain kinds of fungi were traditionally valued by Māori, like āwheto (vegetable caterpillar) which was burned and used to make ink for tā moko / tattooing. Fungi, plants, and animals live together and all have important roles to play in our ecosystem. Fungi like hakeke feed on dead wood causing it to rot and returning its nutrients to the soil. Sadly, some fungi have lost their place to live or have been affected by other changes and are now rare. Protection of Tāne-mahuta is important for all his descendants - the fungi, animals, and plants. Download the poster from our website: https://buff.ly/47tPIjd #TeWikioteReoMāori #MāoriLanguageWeek

A new Face of #Extinction: This beauty is the Levuana moth (Levuana iridescens). It comes with a difficult story. In the early 20th century, on Viti Levu in Fiji, Levuana moth larvae began decimating coconut palms. Their preference for these trees created a grim conflict with the Fijian people, who relied on coconuts for food, water, medicine, income, and more. By 1925, attempts to control the species had all failed, and an English-born entomologist and agriculturist determined that biological control was the best measure. After his team introduced a parasitic fly from Malaysia, the Levuana moth virtually disappeared from Fiji, with possible sightings into the 1950s. Though some experts remain unconvinced, Levuana iridenscens is widely regarded as extinct. How do we balance human needs and #conservation? We rely on so many species and also compete with them. Sometimes, it seems there is no "right" answer, but we must keep researching and building understanding to find better solutions. Details on the Levuana moth here: https://lnkd.in/eD-vYggb

We are fascinated and credit the researchers who observed a male Sumatran orangutan (Pongo abelii) named Rakus self-treating his facial wound using a biologically active plant. The biologists from the Max Planck Institute of Animal Behavior, Germany, and Universitas Nasional, Indonesia, say this is the first systematically documented case of active wound treatment with a plant species known to contain biologically active substances by a wild animal. The study took place in the Gunung Leuser National Park in South Aceh, Indonesia. On June 22, 2022, the research team first noticed that Rakus had a fresh wound on his right flange and inside his mouth. On June 25, Rakus selectively ripped off leaves of a liana with the common name Akar Kuning (Fibraurea tinctoria), chewed on them, and then repeatedly applied the resulting juice onto his wound. Lastly, he entirely covered the wound with the chewed leaves. By June 30, the wound was closed; by August 25, it was barely visible. We highly recommend reading the original article here: https://lnkd.in/eXecZtXm Laumer, I.B., Rahman, A., Rahmaeti, T. et al. Active self-treatment of a facial wound with a biologically active plant by a male Sumatran orangutan. Sci Rep 14, 8932 (2024). #readthis #saveorangutans #newresearch #interesting #orangutan #nature #animalbehavior #indonesia

🌎 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗼𝗻𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗮: 𝘇𝗼𝗼𝘀 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱𝘄𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝗶𝗲𝗹𝗱 𝗰𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝗮𝗳𝗲𝗴𝘂𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗼𝗻𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗲𝘀! At the end of May, Charlotte, one of EAZA Population Biologists, travelled to Jakarta to meet with colleagues from the Indonesian (PKBSI) and American (AZA) Associations of Zoos and Aquariums. ✈️ 💬 Among other things, they discussed future actions needed for the Action Indonesia Global Species Management Plans (GSMPs). These plans include transfer and breeding recommendations for Anoa, Babirusa, Banteng and Sumatran tiger. 🔎 Would you like to know more about the collaborative efforts to safeguard the future survival of these 4 species? Watch the Action Indonesia webinar next week: 📆 10 July 🕐1 pm (Amsterdam time) using this link ➡️ https://loom.ly/DZjWtBA NB: The webinar will be delivered in English, with Indonesian translation for the question session at the end. Perhimpunan Kebun Binatang Se-Indonesia (PKSBI), World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA), Association of Zoos and Aquariums #PopulationManagement #ZooWork #Wildlife #Conservation #SavingSpeciesTogether

❓ How much do you know about one of our closest animal relatives, the orangutan? Take this quick trivia quiz to test your knowledge and learn fascinating insights about these highly intelligent primates and the challenges they face in the wild. Think you can get all the questions right? Let’s find out! #Orangutans #ClimateEducation #Biodiversity #EndangeredSpecies #EarthQuest

New Japanese lily species identified, 1st addition to sukashiyuri group in 110 years

A Breakthrough in Animal Self-Medication: Male Sumatran Orangutan Uses Herbal Medicine for Wound Care 🌿🧬 Exciting news from the scientific community! Researchers have documented a male Sumatran orangutan actively treating his own facial wound using a biologically active plant. This groundbreaking observation was made at the Suaq Balimbing research area within Gunung Leuser National Park, Indonesia. The orangutan, named Rakus, skillfully utilized the plant Fibraurea tinctoria—commonly known as Akar Kuning—known for its pain-relieving and anti-inflammatory properties. He chewed the plant, applied the juice directly to the wound, and then covered it with the chewed leaves. 🍃💚This behavior highlights a profound understanding of natural remedies in the animal kingdom and underscores the potential origins of human wound care practices. It's an incredible display of intelligence and adaptability! Congratulations to the team at the Max Planck Society Institute of Animal Behavior and Universitas Nasional for their dedication and hard work in bringing these remarkable insights to light. 🎉 Link to thr article: https://lnkd.in/d5iBd-ih 👩🔬👨🔬Let's continue to support wildlife research and conservation efforts, as they offer invaluable lessons and remind us of our shared connection with nature. 🌏💡#AnimalBehavior #Conservation #Ethnomedicine #Orangutan #ScienceResearch #NatureHeals

Regulation of Bacterial Growth and Behavior by Host Plant (OA) https://botany.fyi/yiun57 Nakagami et al summarize how plants use physical barriers, control common goods such as water and nutrients, and produce antibacterial molecules to regulate bacterial growth and behavior. #Botany #PlantScience