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Name: Baboons in the intertidal
Keywords: Chacma baboon, Intertidal, Mussels, Cape Point, Limpets, Cape Point
Description: Coastal baboons have learnt to utilise marine resources, although the consumption of proteins is limited since it can be toxic for them. They approach the shore during low tide, consuming limpets, mussels, rock lobsters and even seaweeds.