Why Pandas LOVE Rolling in Horse Manure

The video explores the unusual behavior of pandas rolling in horse manure to manage cold temperatures. Researchers found that this behavior is linked to volatile compounds in fresh horse poop, specifically beta-caryophyllene and caryophyllene oxide. These compounds affect the pandas' cold sensors, making them less sensitive to cold. The study highlights how these terpenes inhibit the TRPM8 receptors, which are responsible for sensing cold, thus helping pandas stay warm in chilly conditions.

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