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Heroic Rat Ronin Uncovers 109 Landmines in Cambodia

4/15/2025

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Ronin, a remarkable five-year-old African giant pouched rat, has made history by detecting 109 landmines and 15 unexploded ordnances in Cambodia. Trained by the nonprofit APOPO, Ronin and his fellow rats are heroes in the fight against the hidden dangers of landmines, bringing hope and safety to communities scarred by past conflicts.

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Ronin, a remarkable five-year-old African giant pouched rat, has made history by detecting 109 landmines and 15 unexploded ordnances in Cambodia. Trained by the nonprofit APOPO, Ronin and his fellow rats are heroes in the fight against the hidden dangers of landmines, bringing hope and safety to communities scarred by past conflicts.