Researchers have been captivated by Mary, an Asian elephant at the Berlin Zoo, who has demonstrated remarkable ingenuity by using a hose to shower herself. Neurobiologist Michael Brecht noted Mary’s innovative techniques for reaching her back, setting her apart from her peers. This behavior might serve not only as a practical tool use but also as a display to other elephants. The study, published in Current Biology, challenges previous notions about animal cognition, highlighting the complexity of elephant behaviors, including interactions with another elephant, Ankali.