학술논문
USING GIANT AFRICAN POUCHED RATS (CRICETOMYS GAMBIANUS) TO DETECT LANDMINES.
Document Type
Article
Source
Subject
*LAND mine detection
*RATS
*SIGNAL detection (Psychology)
*LEARNING in animals
*ANIMAL behavior
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ISSN
0033-2933
Abstract
Within the past decade, giant pouched rats have been used successfully to detect landmines. This manuscript summarizes how these rats are trained and used operationally. The information provided is intended to be of practical value toward strengthening best practices in using Cricetomys for humanitarian purposes while simultaneously ensuring the well-being of those animals. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]