The African giant pouched rat (Cricetomys ansorgei) has distinct features. It has large pouches in its cheeks for storing food. Coarse fur except on their long tail, which helps with balance and coordination especially when the rats climb or move quickly. The tails also help dissipate heat for temperature regulation. The African giant pouched rat has large ears and excellent hearing. Their whiskers are sensitive and play a crucial role in navigating their environment. Also they are nocturnal, me
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The African giant pouched rat (aka HeroRAT) has distinct features. It has large pouches in its cheeks for storing food. Coarse fur except on their long tail, which helps with balance and coordination especially when the rats climb or move quickly. The tails also help dissipate heat for temperature regulation. The African giant pouched rat has large ears and excellent hearing. Their whiskers are sensitive and play a crucial role in navigating their environment. These rats are nocturnal, meaning t
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She’s fuzzy, cute, and smart. She’s a HeroRAT! African giant pouched rat Celine stuffed her adorable cheeks with tiny pumpkin treats. We are the first zoo in North America to have pouched rats trained by APOPO's HeroRATs. Celine is part of a group of HeroRATs who have been trained to detect landmines and tuberculosis just by sniffing, saving countless lives. Happy 6th birthday, Hero Rat Celine! 🎉 📷: Keeper, Brynn | Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium
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African giant pouched rats are named for their large cheek pouches (like a hamster). These omnivorous rats do not always swallow their food immediately - instead, they store it away in their cheek pouches to feast on the goodies later. It's #FullCheekFriday – HeroRAT Maseko gets to stuff his pouches with a feast. 🐭 Enjoy the weekend everyone! 🥳 #FridayVibes #TGIF #FCF #GardenLunch | APOPO
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