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Some types of birds have been observed to incorporate cigarette butts into their nests as a means of keeping mites and other parasites away.

Feb 25, 2023•1 min read

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Some types of birds have been observed to incorporate cigarette butts into their nests as a means of keeping mites and other parasites away.

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