A pair of jackdaws grooming a red deer by Lawrence Chatton

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A stag and his feathered ‘grooms’-men! A pair of jackdaws are seen grooming the fur of a red deer stag in a display of symbiosis at its finest. The animals were photographed in Richmond Park, London. <br />
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Lawrence Chatton said, “These animals share a special symbiotic bond. The jackdaws feed on parasites like mites, ticks, and fleas, benefiting from a consistent food source while helping the deer stay healthier.”<br />
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“Additionally, during moulting season, jackdaws collect the deer’s loose fur for their nests, further strengthening this mutually beneficial bond.”<br />
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