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Hero Rat Magawa Honored with Statue for Mine Detection

4/8/2026

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Magawa, an African giant pouched rat, identified more than 100 land mines during his five-year career in Cambodia.
Magawa weighed less than three pounds and saved numerous lives in Cambodia.
A seven-foot statue was unveiled on April 8, 2026 to commemorate his contributions.
Magawa died in 2022, and his legacy continues to inspire.

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Story summary

Magawa, an African giant pouched rat, identified more than 100 land mines during his five-year career in Cambodia.
Magawa weighed less than three pounds and saved numerous lives in Cambodia.
A seven-foot statue was unveiled on April 8, 2026 to commemorate his contributions.
Magawa died in 2022, and his legacy continues to inspire.