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NATURE & WILDLIFE
hero rats

Rats have acquired a rather bad reputation over the years. Even Sir David
Attenborough admits he’s not a fan. Widely unappreciated, these animals have
greatly contributed to human wellbeing throughout history. From biomedical
research and early disease detection to locating unexploded landmines, the
input of some rats has earned them the title of true heroes. One of which has not
gone unnoticed, as one especially effective rat received a medal for his duty
from British veterinary charity PDSA.

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inaccessible or otherwise dangerous to other animals and humans. This incredible WaterBear Network 2020
performance has been achieved thanks to an innovative project run by APOPO,
an organisation devoted to saving lives. The effectiveness of their clever rat pupils
has grabbed the attention of influential conservation charities, who along with
APOPO, have...