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Thousands of cats were thrown onto an infected island to save Malaysia from rats and restore ecological balance.

In a controversial action aimed at restoring ecological balance, in March 1960, the Royal Air Force dropped 23 cats by parachute over the remote villages of Vario, in Sarawak (Malaysia), to combat a rat infestation caused by the massive...

Invasive rat plagues threaten Mexican islands: how they are being combated

Some time ago, invasive rat pests threatened the biodiversity of Mexican islands. That's why the authorities took action by incorporating advanced technology. The Data Science team of the civil association Grupo de Ecología y Conservación de Islas (GECI) developed NERD...

Intense cold in New York intensifies the fight against rats.

The intense cold of this week has led many residents of New York City to seek refuge in cozy places and feel exhausted. This includes the rats. The most populous city in the United States has dodged the icy winds...

New York fights rat infestation with new trash cans.

For half a century, residents of New York have been throwing plastic bags filled with waste directly onto the sidewalk. These bags often break, spilling trash and providing feasts for rats. In winter, the garbage buried under the snow reinforces...

Giant African Rats Could Help Identify Illegal Wildlife Trafficking

Giant African rats stand out not only for their size but also for their intelligence and exceptional abilities. These rats can reach lengths of up to 80 centimeters, including the tail, and weigh between 1.5 and 3.5 kilograms. Their fur...

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Seven of the main global threats to biodiversity are in Argentina.

An international team of 32 scientists identified the **15 environmental issues** that will affect the conservation of the **planet's...