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Mouse Deer / Water Chevrotain eating fruit dropped by monkeys - Gola Forest - West Africa
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Mouse Deer / Water Chevrotain eating fruit dropped by monkeys - Gola Forest - West Africa
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Mouse Deer / Water Chevrotain eating fruit dropped by monkeys
Gola Forest - West Africa
Hyemoschus aquaticus
Nick Gordon
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Talk about being resourceful! This little Mouse Deer, also known as a Water Chevrotain, has found the ultimate shortcut to a tasty treat in the wilds of Gola Forest, West Africa. Just look at that mischievous grin on its face as it indulges in some monkey-dropped fruit buffet!" "In this incredible snapshot captured by Nick Gordon from Ardea Wildlife Pets Environment, we witness nature's version of 'finders keepers' in action. Who needs to forage when you can rely on your clever primate friends to do all the hard work? It seems like these monkeys have become accidental food delivery service for our adorable scavenger friend" "The Mouse Deer's strategy is simple but effective – patiently waiting beneath the trees while cheeky monkeys feast above. As soon as one piece of fruit slips through their nimble fingers and falls to the forest floor, our sneaky deer is quick to snatch it up before anyone else notices" "It's moments like these that remind us how diverse and fascinating wildlife can be. From majestic predators to tiny opportunists like this Water Chevrotain, every creature has its own unique survival techniques. So next time you drop something delicious by accident, just remember - somewhere out there might be a hungry Mouse Deer ready to pounce!
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