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The birds you see in the pictures are cleaner

birds, called oxpeckers. These birds feed on the
parasites that live on the hides of animals such as

rhinoceroses, elephants and zebras. For this rea-
son, these birds' perching on them, even on their heads does not

annoy such animals.

This partnership benefits both sides a lot. In this way, the animals
get rid of bothersome parasites and are also warned by the birds,

which screech in case of danger. In return, the birds obtain food
and even hair to cover the inside of their nests.

Allah created this mutually beneficial relationship between ani-
mals. Allah created all these creatures along with the creatures

that meet their needs.

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