Veronika Is First Cow to Be Seen Using a Multi-Purpose Tool, Something Seen Only in Apes
A remarkable cow named Veronika has made history as the first bovine recorded using tools—a brush or stick—to scratch her back. This extraordinary Swiss Brown cow has left scientists in Austria astounded with her clever use of a broom, showcasing a rare ability that has only been convincingly documented in chimpanzees outside of humans. Veronika is not raised for meat or milk; instead, she enjoys a loving life as a companion to organic farmer and baker Witgar Wiegele, who considers her a cherished member of his family. Over a decade ago, Wiegele observed Veronika occasionally picking up sticks to scratch












