Chimpanzees show the most varied range of tool use outside of humans. They use sticks to gather ants and termites, and stones to crack nuts.<\/p>\n
However, despite about 10,000 years of humans living alongside cattle, this is the first time scientists have documented a cow using a tool.<\/p>\n
The researchers say their discovery shows that cows are smarter than we think and that other cows could develop similar skills, given the chance.<\/p>\n
As for Veronika’s owner, organic farmer Witgar Wiegele, he hopes her unexpected talents will inspire people to value the natural world. <\/p>\n
As he puts it: “Save the nature, then you protect yourself. Nature diversity is the key to survive on this planet.”<\/p>\n