Birds Helping Rhino to Clean Its Ear: An Unseen Glimpse into Nature's Mutualism | Wildlife Wonders
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 25 ก.พ. 2013
- Step into a world where nature's most unexpected partnerships thrive, showcased in our video with over 22 million views: "Birds Helping Rhino to Clean its Ear." This footage captures the essence of mutualism-a relationship where both participants benefit, painting a vivid picture of the interconnectedness of life.
In the serene setting of a natural habitat, observe as these fearless Red Oxpecker birds embark on a mission inside the ear of a resting rhino. Their goal? To rid their gigantic friend of the ticks and parasites causing discomfort. This candid footage brings to light the symbiotic relationship that thrives between different species, where the Oxpecker birds find nourishment in the ticks and the rhino receives a much-needed pest control service.
Witness a simple yet profound moment in the wild: a white rhino lies peacefully on the sand, allowing a red-billed oxpecker to venture towards its ear in search of ticks. Despite the absence of narration, the natural ambience and visual storytelling offer a captivating glimpse into this unique interaction. After a brief encounter, the rhino's instinctive ear flick signals the bird's exit, leading to a close-up of the rhino breathing out, a testament to the tranquility of the moment.
The journey continues as the oxpecker, joined by another, explores the rhino's toes and ankles for more parasites, showcasing the extent of their helpfulness. This video not only captures a special wildlife interaction but also sparks a myriad of viewer reflections on the beauty of mutual aid, the appreciation of the human body, and the intricate balance of nature.
Viewer comments have praised the video for its demonstration of mutualism, with many expressing admiration for the oxpeckers' bravery and the peaceful coexistence between species. Critiques and curiosities about the nature of symbiosis and the possibility of parasitism have enriched the conversation, providing a deeper understanding of the complex relationships within the animal kingdom.
As we share this moment with you, we invite you to reflect on the simple yet profound connections that define our world. This video, devoid of human intervention, allows nature to speak for itself, offering a soothing escape and a reminder of the wonders that lie in the untamed wilderness.
Join us in marveling at this perfect example of nature's balance and the unexpected ways in which life forms support each other. Remember to like, share, comment, and subscribe for more glimpses into the beautiful, interconnected web of life on our planet.
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@@MariaFernandez-ns4qi .
This should be
Fearless birds cleaning rhinos ears
Bird: *goes in ear*
Also bird: *"This is sponsored by Raid: Shadow Legends"*
underrated comment
Valentina Gómez yes
Rhino: *SLAMS EAR INTO NEARBY TREE*
I’m red
Oh lawd I hate those ads keep getting it all the time
That's a luxury to be in the animal kingdom and be able to sleep out in open in broad daylight like that without having to worry about any predators!
To be fair their species is almost extinct
Ding ding ding human thinking "calculating how much it worth in. The market'
Thats just a luxury of being big enough to not easily eat lol
@@biglloyd5870 Because of humans, not predators in their natural habitat.
Oh yeah !!! Imagine yourself an impala walking through a lion's pride !!!!
Really makes you appreciate being human and having hands
We don't get free service because of that though.... :,(
idk id kinda like if a bird would ride on my shoulders and groom me all day
@@k.r.99 "Mmm elephant fresh"
@@throlyhd9448 ah yes, a human of culture.
You are degrading the value of hand, you itching pyscho.😆🤣😂😂
The bird is like “bro lemme give you a q-tip” lol
🥁good one
😂😂😂
More like "let me BE the Q tip."
Also bird: Leave it to the professionals...
But.. *the bird was the q-tip*
Bird: Hellooooo!
Echo: Hellooooo...
Bird: ?_?
"Is it me you're looking for i can see it in your eyes"
@@crashpal 😅
What is ?_?
@@crashpal 😄😄
Hahahahahahaha🤣🤣🤣
I like how different species of animals help each other
I like the rhino breathing
@jjjmm eating the bugs which is helping....
Lol. why people like you judge nature so naively: Red-billed oxpecker preferred food is blood, and while they may take ticks bloated with blood, they also feed on it directly, pecking at the mammal's wounds to keep them open.
@jjjmm you aren't to bright huh?
It's disturbing like, mosquitoes 😂😂😂
Never knew the sound of a rhino sleeping would be so comforting
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Made me sleepy as welL
That symbiose is amazing. They both benefit from each other and no one gets hurt or threatened.
Lol. why people like you judge nature so naively: Red-billed oxpecker preferred food is blood, and while they may take ticks bloated with blood, they also feed on it directly, pecking at the mammal's wounds to keep them open.
@@sareth90 yeah, i may have exaggerated and sounded like a hippie lol
How does the bird benefit? Is it eating the rhino's earwax lol
@@keifer7813 he's eating parasites
Well, sometimes this goes so far that the birds peck the skin to drink the blood. And the symbiosis is so strongly implemented that the host animal doesn't do anything about it. Then the symbiosis to get rid of parasites turns into a parasitic relationship itself.
0:07
*"Psst hey big boy what if I told you Geico can help you save 15% or more on car insurance"*
Lmao
Me crashes with gieco insure
-so umm yeah remember that 15% thing well umm I mean we could give you half that's it
Where's Geico??
lol how does this comment not have more likes
Simon Riley I laughed so hard
They are massive! It’s like a living mountain for the birds.
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Mountain k2 was the front used for so many species
Love the sound of the rhinos breathing. Sounds calming
I searched “Rhino laying on ground, breathing heavy. While red beaked bird eats the rhino’s ear wax” I was gobsmacked when this video came up.
wanted it to pull a big wax brick outta that 🦏's ear, would've been a hell lotta *satisfying*
Birds name is oxpecker, I guess.
Dev Goomer me too!! The video let me down!
@@osagiezogie ikr lol
@@joydeep6626 Red Oxpecker Birds is their name
Suddenly everyone became bird experts...🤓
Haha
Ikr😂
Praveen Phillip I have a PHD specifically in youtube rhino birds thank you very much.
everyones an expert in everything on youtube
It's called common sense.
The birds in his ear like : The lights are on but nobody's home ?
I’m just talking to myself
It's an expression that signify insanity.
Jesse ouuuuuuu ou ouuuuu ou
i know how that feels. sometimes ya wish these birds would just bugger off instead of tryin' to help.
FL1PN0S1S Lol you must be a rhino ...
Bird "you called for my service"
Rhino "yes,the usual please"
Bird "ok let me take a peek"
(Checking)
Bird "ok not too serious...go ahead?"
Rhino "yup"
Bird go in again
cool.....
Bird: "so how was the week treating you hon?"
“ok let me take a beak”
@@finn8781 leave
@@finn8781 rhino:🗿
I LOVE their bright yellow eyes and bright red beaks! They are so cute :)
@Felipe Oliveira they are oxpeckers
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That rhino doesn’t have yellow eyes and a red beak.
0:20 "heya lil' momma let me whisper in ya ear. Let me tell you what ya want to hear."
minyoongiegenuis jjangjjangmanbbongbbong The song never says “love mama” check the lyrics 😂
Zachary ホオオギャ dang sorry
minyoongiegenuis jjangjjangmanbbongbbong your fucking right “sorry” don’t make that mistake again bud.
jk 😂
Zachary ホオオギャ uhhhhh bud?
Yes
Bird when he lands on the rhinos ear: *hey how you doin lil mama lemme whiper in ya ear imma tell you something you might like its kinda s---*
Ha damn
Its free real estate
Was looking for this comment lol
Wait till you see my beak
I love how despite their thick skin and what you would think is hard leather, every bird movements triggers a reflexe in the Rhino's leg, they do have sensitive skin after all !
The bird is picking a wound at the foot to make it bleed - the blood is food to the bird. You can see this rhino as several bleeding areas on the face - guessing birds are keeping it bleeding for a food source.
This is a great example of a symbiotic relationship in nature
*Bird helping Rhino*
0:26 Rhino: wtf are u doing mate?
Just
B
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This is the nature equivalent of sticking a q-tip in your ear
Except it doesn't push the wax even further
Must feel great
Shut up kid 100 isnt even that great
@ilikebacon k dad.
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Rhino: sleeps
Bird in ear:"We've been trying to reach you about you cars extended warranty!"
Its fascinating to see how nature is interconnected with each other
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1:39 he was dropping the lilttle stick to wake him up
Sticks?
Bitches loves sticks.
Thats not a stick....its basically dirt
🤔😏😖😟😢😭 That's an adorable perspective! Omggg too pregnant & emotional for this lmfao
kiwii boi shut yo bubble gum dumb dumb down somewhere
@thomper s. hudson tf this was 7 months ago
Nobody:
TH-cam: do you want to see birds helping rhino.
hamid ahmadi lmao
Original.
YES BECAUSE RHINOS ARE GOING EXTINCT
Me: Yes I do!!
fre439 😂
Perfect balance in nature, so easy, so simple.
This is how Nature cares....
OMG! I dont know why people dislike this birds and rhino freindship...Guys is this normal?
It's no friendship. It's symbiosis. Rhinos have parasites and birds are hungry. The both benefit from the same issue.
@@juanmanuelc6644 i thought the bird is eating the ear honey from the rhino
Juanma C ur smart
@@juanmanuelc6644 you may be right but that is still freindship because there is no such a dealing with enemy.
@@user-ke2hz7lw5w You might be right!
They don't peck off the ticks, they eat them.
Christina Poisson
Actually they jut drink the rhino's blood.
Bk Jeong dumb
MUHAMED917 GAMING they actually do.
Christina Poisson birds don't eat insects dummy
But actually
The rhino eats the berds... its not ear, its an addictive trap that produces ear wax which smells good to berds. If it stayed any longer the rhinos long ass tongue would shoot out and catch the berd.
The face of that bird is so funny😂
Just like pengu 😂😂😂😂😂
Natures Apple Air Pods. Goes right in the ear and plays a tune for you lol
Bird: eats parasites in rhino's ear
Rhino: shakes it's ear stronger and drops bird
Bird: Hey, I'm trying to help you here, ok?!
Rhino: Sorry, gag reflex! 🤣🤣
They don’t actually help
It probably tickles
@@prettyalmonddutchess2686 I know, just joking
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Them: Don’t listen to what people say you can easily block them out
The people I need to block out: 0:15
True bruh
That bird has never felt safer from predators than with his head down the ear of a rhino!
Don't worry about that, the wind can smash the windows with the brick while she tried to sleep with her child
These dudes cannot help themselves the birds are a blessing
Bird: **whispers** so lit mobile just sent me this.
“Hey how you doing lil mama let me whisper in ur ear”
No one is disliking it
"wait till u see mahdik"
🤣😂
Copier 🤣
What a sad pathetic human being who can't think for himself and had to steal comments to get people to like him.
That's gotta feel good and a little itchy having them digging into their ears
Bird whispers : have you tried RAID SHADOW LEGENDS
Yum yum
Pikapetey Animations *Bruh im seeing yo dumbass everywhere*
Pikapetey Animations lol
Pikapetey Animations get out bro
Why @re youhere?
Earwax explosion flavor
So non of us still knows what the bird really whispered inside the Rhino's ear....
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One rhino's trash is another bird's treasure.
Bird: hey rhino...
Bird whispers: ᴵ ᴸᴵᴷᴱ ᵀᴴᴱᴹ ᴮᴵᴳ,, ᴵ ᴸᴵᴷᴱ ᵀᴴᴱᴹ ᶜᴴᵁᴺᴷᵞ
Must really feel good when the birds clean them ears
Susan Koech Imagine if a mosquito was cleaning your ear...
@@ArstotzkaEmpire mosquitoes are annoying cause they constantly buzz.
@@susankoech so what you think they doing?
Based
The rhino really enjoyed it 😊😊😊
Not sure why this was recommended now or why old TH-cam videos make a comeback but I'm here for it.
Lol..all of a sudden everybody in the comment section is a bird expert lmao!!
Bob Bobby lmao true I agree
everyone is saying that bird is hurting the rhino
Jacob Sev lmao
Sweet tooth XD lmao this will make a good meme
All of a sudden. People who say all of a sudden are dumb phucks
Omg ..their eyes are like someone just stitched buttons 😂
😂😂😂
Coraline who?
😂😂😂
Someone did...His name is Jesus Christ and he does all the stitching by hand🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽😍😍
Rhino : chilling
Bird : let me whisper careless whisper in your ear
oxpecker in rhino ear: "HEY JOHNNNNNNNNNNNN!....YOU NEED TO WAKE UPPPPP!"
I could actually feel the pleasure and relief of the rhino when the bird was picking down in it's ear!🤗 It must have felt like one of those good ole pinky or index finger digs that we all do!😂
Glad someone else said it cause I felt the same way 😂😂
Qtip to the brain. Muhfukn eargasm!
@@jasonmoffatt9961 🎯😂😂😂😂💯
@@shelr8204 🤗🤗🤗
@@jasonmoffatt9961 facts bro lol
Flying medical service.
Imagine you're just sleeping and a whole ass bird crawls into your ear lmaooooo
imagine being physically so huge an ecosystem forms around you with multiple complex species
We are. It's just that the ecosystem around us is much smaller than we can see.
0:07
Bird: Hey I just want to talk about your current Internet provider
It’s nature
I learned this from wild kratts like 7 years ago
I loved wild kratts..got my kid hooked on now..god those guys got old..I remember when they looked like the cartoons
Same I use to watch wild kratts in elementary now I'm in 10 th grade
Lol yeah I remember that episode
Bro I still remember that episode. Doesn’t he put like a tick in the lock or something and a bird gets it and it unlocks the lock or something. Bruh
Wild kratts the real mvp
This is perfect example of coexistence
Beauty of nature
Legend says the bird is the CEO of a cleaning business now.
Every animals has their contribution to their society by helping each other
Bird: Quit moving I get ticks
Rhino: IT TICKLES
That Rhino is an eco system on its own 😁
I was thinking the same thing
The oxpecker bird 🐦
So cute 🥰
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Interesting. If you read up on this bird, it doesn't actually help it's host in any way. Most of it's time is spent opening up existing wounds or creating new ones, and feeding on the hosts blood and tissue.
@@click9914 From what i've read about it, this bird is a giant mosquito :D
It actually does help get rid of ticks and other flesh eating parasites and insects but at the same time it also opens new wounds and draws blood. Its argued that they may also be parasites themselves
SamabiTV yeah the benefits hugely outweigh the negatives, thats why this rhino isnt going ballistic over a couple birds
@@CaSama uh, i think i'll trust the scientists who actually researched them.
Sandy Hooker uhh link me a source to your mad scientists
Bird shouts in Rhino's ear: "HELLO....HELLLO.....hello....hello!"
Bird be like: it is a nice spot to make a nest honey.
Very impressive. My special skill is juggling tennis balls with my paws
Ear wax😵
suspended suplex channel yum
suspended suplex channel more like ticks how about that
😬 Sticky! Lmao 🤢
Delicious, delicious earwax
ticks in earwax sauce
These birds look like mosquitos on a human lol
they are, they eat the rhino's blood and flesh
@@glennsommer8901 but also ticks and parasites
@@sadisticcargo9389 but also the re-open wounds. These birds are debated to be parasites themselves.
Lovely bonding between animals. Human can learn from this bonding
Mutualism and symbiosis 😍😍
More like parasitism, while the Red Oxpecker eats the ticks, it usually also indulge in the wound the tick left to drink more blood (bird preferred food), by doing that it will let the wound open, for example it probably caused the rhino cheek wounds you can see in the video.
Win win also
Wait let me Google about this bird as well. I am bird expert too :p
LMFBFAO
Pukito Kiho uh nice try copying someone else
Victor Arellano I didn't and y would i.. I don't waste my time copying others ;)..
Pukito Kiho I see you didn't google about it.
If you were a bird expert you would need to google it :p
Bird: "Oi mate, you in for some picking?"
Me, Rhino in unison: "yes"
Love when nature helps one another.
I don’t know why but the sound makes me sleppy. I could sleep for hours to this 😂🙈
*0:20** "Oh step-bird i'm stuck!*
im sorry
Stop please
Hahahaha
It's okay I'm already traumatized
Bird: hey how you doing little mama let me whisper in your ear . . .
Lol at 1:19 i thought it's going to pick his ears with that stick! For a second or two!! 😂
The damn bird took my airpods! 😂
those birds look high AF
LOL
Bird: do you have a medical insurance?
Rhino: no
Bird: well, here is the bill you’ve to pay.
Rhino:....got broke and went extinct
birds had to put it on their bill...
You’ve?
@@fakenickern3689 well yeah? Its Shorter for you have?
69 subscribers without any videos , no it isnt
@@fakenickern3689 then what is it?
Nature's spa treatment. This spot is probably a local favorite for the Rhinos.
The mosquitoes for Rhino....😭😭😂
I just realized that rhino ears are shrek-like
Bird coming home: "You don't need to be cookin' honey I already had a mc earwax ony my way home."
Everyone gangsta until bird gets stuck.
Plot Twist: the bird wants to control the rhino's brain
Rhino : how many bugs you want?
Birds : Yes
"Eh, it's a living."
-Bird, 2013
No one:
The bird: 👁 👁
This bird are basically doctors of the wild 🦅⚕️
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@@ioneldobrin6613 why do you keep replying the same thing?
Better love story than Titanic.
😁
These birds are almost like parasites themselves, they feast on blood, and will open or keep a wound open to get it. They eat ticks that have already drank the blood. Also, having that many ticks on that part of the body must suck 0:31
@@basementdweller2830 Good question x.x
Rhinos especially can tolerate ticks though. And the oxpeckers actually do more then drink blood, they eat dandruff and earwax aswell. And they also sound alarms when they spot predators.
@@haroldthetalkingtree7509 That's cool, I guess there is a good and bad side to everything.
At 0:35 bird be like "dude you hid away all dem ticks"
Bird be like.
*WAKE UUUUUPPPP!!!!*
Welcome to bird cleaning service! We pick you while u wait!
It's always a give n take policy makes the world run
That is called mutualism.....both are benefits ..❤️
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He said hey I’m back. Even went by the eye to show him