WILDLIFE VIDEO (3 min.)

"APOPO, a nonprofit in Tanzania, is training giant rats equipped with tiny vests in scent detection to prevent illegal wildlife trafficking, using smell to detect contraband items."
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All handlers follow guidelines for safe, proper rat handling. Rats need to feel secure, so they’re lifted with full body support and held close with steady footing. #HeroRATs respond best to confident, calm handlers.
#APOPO #socialization #africangiantpouchedrats #cricetomys

May your coffee be strong and your Monday as productive as our #HeroRATs! Here's to starting the week with purpose and positivity. ☕🐭

#MondayMotivation #AfricanGiantPouchedRats #PositiveVibes #APOPO

Handling a rat needs to be carried out firmly, yet with a #gentle touch. They need to feel comfortable and secure so are picked up in a way that supports their large frame, and are held close to the body with firm footing. #HeroRATs #APOPO #africangiantpouchedrats