Vultures, Seals, and Wetsuits: A Dive into Animal Behaviors

This chapter examines the fascinating behaviors of vultures utilizing urohydrosis for thermoregulation and antiseptic purposes, while connecting observations of these birds to mythological narratives. It transitions to the thermoregulation strategies of southern fur seals, highlighting their challenges during mating seasons, and ends with a lighthearted discussion on the common practice of urinating in wetsuits among divers. Throughout, the interplay between animal behavior, mythology, and human experiences in aquatic environments is explored.