A Heroic Rat's Legacy: How One Remarkable Animal Cleared Thousands of Landmines

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In Cambodia, a specially trained rat has been honored for clearing more landmines than any human, helping make land safer for the over one million people still living in mine-contaminated areas. This extraordinary animal's work demonstrates how innovative approaches and dedicated partnerships can address one of Southeast Asia's most persistent threats to civilian safety.
In Cambodia, a specially trained rat has been honored for clearing more landmines than any human, helping make land safer for the over one million people still living in mine-contaminated areas. This extraordinary animal’s work demonstrates how innovative approaches and dedicated partnerships can address one of Southeast Asia’s most persistent threats to civilian safety.