Sweet Tooth: Animals that love sugar

May 5, 2024

Ants Many species of ants are attracted to sugar and will go to great lengths to gather it.

BeesĀ  Bees are drawn to the sweet nectar of flowers, which contains natural sugars.

Hummingbirds These tiny birds have a high metabolism and feed primarily on the nectar of flowers, which is rich in sugars.

Fruit Bats Fruit bats primarily consume fruits, which are often high in natural sugars.

Squirrels Squirrels have been known to raid bird feeders for sugar-rich seeds and nuts.

Raccoons Raccoons are notorious for raiding trash cans in search of sweet treats like discarded candy or sugary foods.

Monkeys Some species of monkeys, particularly those living in tropical regions, have a sweet tooth and will consume fruits and other sugary foods.

Deer Deer are attracted to fruits such as apples, which contain natural sugars.

Mice and rats These rodents are attracted to sugary foods and will often seek them out in human habitats.