We all need salt (sodium chloride). This essential mineral is vital in maintaining functions like fluid balance, nerve signals, and muscle contractions. It's also crucial in regulating
hydration, nutrient absorption, and preventing dehydration. Like us, wild animals require regular intakes of salt. Unlike us, however, wild animals have no access to a handy salt shaker when in need of a sodium buzz. So, where exactly do creatures of the wild get their salt, and what is meant by a salt lick?
For answers, click on and explore this fascinating gallery that highlights the ingenious ways wildlife seeks out sodium chloride.