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Butterflies use their feet to taste plants before laying eggs.

Why it is true

Butterflies have taste receptors located on their feet. When they land on a leaf, these receptors analyze the chemical composition of the plant to determine if it is a suitable and nutritious place for their larvae to feed after hatching.

Source: National Geographic

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