Sluuuurp. It’s not just giant anteaters who have impressive tongues! This ambassador tamandua
Sluuuurp. It’s not just giant anteaters who have impressive tongues! This ambassador tamandua at Reid Park licks nectar out of a tube with her super-specialized tongue as a reward for targeting her nose to that little green ball. Tamandua are insectivores, and they have the long flexible tongue that comes with that dietary lifestyle. Long tubes with honey or applesauce or some other treat at the end are a great reinforcer for them that still makes use of their specific adaptations - and when the tube is clear, it shows off that incredible tongue to great effect. Swipe ➡️ for a closeup! #tamandua #insectivore #ambassadoranimal #positivereinforcementtraining #animaladaptations #girlswithlongtongues (at Reid Park Zoo) https://www.instagram.com/p/B14zv5-hAmg/?igshid=etvxjplpd59q -- source link
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