Cambodia unveils a statue of famous landmine-sniffing rat Magawa
- Posted on April 5, 2026
- By BBC News
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In brief
Cambodia celebrates the extraordinary legacy of Magawa, an African giant pouched rat whose exceptional olfactory abilities saved countless lives by detecting over 100 landmines throughout his dedicated career. This bronze statue installation commemorates the remarkable contribution of this beloved animal hero to humanitarian demining efforts in Southeast Asia, highlighting the critical role that trained animals play in clearance operations and community safety initiatives.
Cambodia unveils a statue of famous landmine-sniffing rat Magawa
The statue honours the late African giant pouched rat who sniffed out more than 100 landmines during his lifetime.
