Chimpanzees infected with intestinal worms sometimes eat Aspilia leaves. This is an example of

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Chimpanzees consuming Aspilia leaves to combat intestinal worms is an example of a host adaptation. The host, in this case, chimpanzees, adapts a behavior (eating specific leaves) to counteract the negative effects of the parasites (intestinal worms). This behavior is an adaptation to improve their health and survival despite the presence of the parasites.

Chimpanzees Infected with Intestinal Worms Sometimes Eat Aspilia Leaves