They’re tiny but have a knack for saving human life.
The Belgian non-profit organization APOPO trains rats to help earthquake survivors. Called RescueRATs, these rats are preparing to save those under the earthquake debris with their high-tech backpacks on their backs.
As CNN reported, “Rats are typically quite curious and like to explore — and that is key for search and rescue,” says Donna Kean, a behavioral research scientist and leader of the project. She also adds that they train rats because they have a good sense of smell and can easily fit into small spaces.
How are the rats trained?
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Called RescueRATs, these rats are preparing to save those under the earthquake debris with their high-tech backpacks on their backs.
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