Who would have thought that something as harmful as a cigarette butt could have a beneficial use? It turns out that birds are smarter than we think. They've discovered a clever way to protect their nests from pesky parasites. The nicotine and other chemicals found in cigarette filters act as a natural pesticide, keeping unwanted critters at bay. By incorporating … [Read more...] about Bird Brains: A Surprising Use for Cigarette Butts
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Birds Use Cigarette Butts for Chemical Warfare Against Ticks
It may come as a surprise to learn that birds have been observed lining their nests with cigarette butts. While many people view discarded cigarette butts as an unsightly litter problem, birds seem to have found a practical use for them. Researchers at the National Autonomous University of Mexico have been studying the behavior of urban house finches, a species that has … [Read more...] about Birds Use Cigarette Butts for Chemical Warfare Against Ticks