Zoologists have documented an incredible relationship between wild birds in Mozambique and the local Yao people, who team up together to hunt for honey. Using a series of special hails and chirps the humans and birds are able to communicate – honeyguide birds lead the way to hidden beehives, where the Yao people share the findings with the birds. This beautiful mutual relationship had been known for more than 500 years – but now, for the first time, a team of researchers from the UK (Cambridge University) and South Africa (University of Cape Town) have shown that the birds and humans are actually communicating both ways in order to get the most benefit out of their collaboration. This is great news confirming cultural values of humans and other species which can only build up by living in close proximity.
Aug
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