I had no idea these animals did this!
Science News reports that donkeys and horses “dig into the dusty sediment to reach cool, crystal clear groundwater to quench their thirst. New research shows this equid ingenuity has far reaching benefits for the ecosystem.”
This provides a major source of water during dry times in the American southwest, benefiting many desert animals. Read their whole report here or watch below:
https://youtu.be/KvoKJJWTNdw
Here’s some video footage that shows many species using the wells:
https://youtu.be/BGG97nLljhk
So fascinating how God’s animals adapt to survive their environments!
DCG