Butterflies That Drink Blood? Nature, What Are You Doing?

patoowardfan

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Okay, this one freaked me out a bit—did you know butterflies can drink blood? Like, they’re not just about sipping on flowers and looking pretty; if they find a blood puddle, they’re all in. It’s called “mud-puddling,” but sometimes it’s not just mud, y’know?

Now I’m imagining a gang of butterflies on a vampire mission. 😂 Nature is wild. Have you come across any other surprising “cute but creepy” animal behaviors?
 
I think you’re talking about ‘vampire’ butterflies! They mostly sip from wounds on animals, though it’s rare and super creepy. 🦋🩸
 
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