The Tool Makers
Did you know that there are many animals on Earth that use their surroundings to make tools? Although people used to believe that this kind of behavior was exclusive to humans and primates, other animals do it too!
Did you know that there are many animals on Earth that use their surroundings to make tools? Although people used to believe that this kind of behavior was exclusive to humans and primates, other animals do it too!
Chimpanzees use sticks to "fish" for termites in their above ground nests, and they also use rocks as hammers and anvils to crack open nuts.
Bottlenose Dolphins use sea sponges on their snouts for protection while they are foraging.
Sea Otters use rocks as anvils on their chests to break open shells.