How African HeroRATs detect mines and save lives

How African HeroRATs detect mines and save lives As mine detection poses certain risks, the Tanzania-based enterprise APOPO has found a solution. They use African giant pouched rats, which have a highly developed sense of smell and can be used not only to detect landmines, but also to assist in healthcare and in rescue operations. In an interview with Sputnik Africa, Lily Shallom, Communications Manager at APOPO, explained the idea behind rodent sappers, the training process, and advantages of using these animals in various areas of human activity. Subscribe to @sputnik_africa Sputnik Africa | TikTok | Odysee | Twitter Источник: Geopolitics Live