They're known as 'hero rats' and for good reason. In Tanzania, African giant pouched rats are being trained to sniff out landmines, diseases and even humans buried under rubble. They have a highly sensitive sense of smell, which makes them invaluable during lifesaving missions. | AP
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They're known as 'hero rats' and for good reason. In Tanzania, African giant pouched rats are being trained to sniff out landmines, diseases and even humans buried under
AP. . They're known as 'hero rats' and for good reason. In Tanzania, African giant pouched rats are being trained to sniff out landmines, diseases and even humans buried under rubble. They have a highly sensitive sense of smell, which makes them invaluable during lifesaving missions.
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