African giant pouched rat

African giant pouched rats are being trained to sniff out illegal items at ports in Africa. The world’s largest rats are very intelligent and could help stop wildlife smuggling by identifying items such as pangolin scales and elephant tusks. • LIFE SPAN: Up to 9 years in the wild• HABITAT: Mostly holes and hollow trees in Africa• SIZE: Up to 9 pounds, 20 to 35 inches• DIET: Insects, snails, nuts, seeds, and fruit• FUN FACT: These rats got their name because they collect food in their cheek pouches.…

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