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FEATURE - Zwillinge von Tasmanischen Teufeln in australischem Zoo geboren
Conservation organisation Aussie Ark, alongside the Australian Reptile Park have been very busy with their newest bundles of joy – twin brother Tasmanian devils.
The young joeys are yet to be named, and keepers at Aussie Ark and the Australian Reptile Park are calling on the public to help give them their new monikers. Every person who adopts a Tasmanian devil from Aussie Ark in the next month, until September 20th, will be in the running to not only name the devil joeys but to also meet the newest arrivals at the Australian Reptile Park.
These young joeys were born at Aussie Ark as part of the organisation’s insurance population for the endangered Tasmanian devil. The joeys are calling the Australian Reptile Park home for now and are being hand raised by Keeper Hewin Hochkins.
“I’m lacking a little sleep at the moment, feeding these guys every few hours is hard work, but I wouldn’t change a thing!” said mammals Keeper Hewin Hochkins. “They’re already showing off their personalities and I’m excited to watch them grow”
Hand-raising Tasmanian devils is no easy task. They require round the clock care, warm snuggles and bottle feeds around four to five times a day, including a feed at 4:00am. The duo will be hand raised by Keeper Hewin for the next eight months until they are independent enough to re-join their family at Aussie Ark. For now, they are residing at the Australian Reptile Park, where they will become ambassadors for their species - an important role for the youngsters.
“Tasmanian devils are one of the most iconic native species Australia has, they’re feisty, rambunctious and play a critical role in Australian ecosystems” Aussie Ark President and Australian Reptile Park Director Tim Faulkner said.
Mr Faulkner continued, “90% of the wild Tasmanian devil population has disappeared due to devil facial tumour disease. The Aussie Ark breeding program is creating a long-term future for this species, these youngsters are now
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DUK10144867_003
FEATURE - Zwillinge von Tasmanischen Teufeln in australischem Zoo geboren
Conservation organisation Aussie Ark, alongside the Australian Reptile Park have been very busy with their newest bundles of joy – twin brother Tasmanian devils.
The young joeys are yet to be named, and keepers at Aussie Ark and the Australian Reptile Park are calling on the public to help give them their new monikers. Every person who adopts a Tasmanian devil from Aussie Ark in the next month, until September 20th, will be in the running to not only name the devil joeys but to also meet the newest arrivals at the Australian Reptile Park.
These young joeys were born at Aussie Ark as part of the organisation’s insurance population for the endangered Tasmanian devil. The joeys are calling the Australian Reptile Park home for now and are being hand raised by Keeper Hewin Hochkins.
“I’m lacking a little sleep at the moment, feeding these guys every few hours is hard work, but I wouldn’t change a thing!” said mammals Keeper Hewin Hochkins. “They’re already showing off their personalities and I’m excited to watch them grow”
Hand-raising Tasmanian devils is no easy task. They require round the clock care, warm snuggles and bottle feeds around four to five times a day, including a feed at 4:00am. The duo will be hand raised by Keeper Hewin for the next eight months until they are independent enough to re-join their family at Aussie Ark. For now, they are residing at the Australian Reptile Park, where they will become ambassadors for their species - an important role for the youngsters.
“Tasmanian devils are one of the most iconic native species Australia has, they’re feisty, rambunctious and play a critical role in Australian ecosystems” Aussie Ark President and Australian Reptile Park Director Tim Faulkner said.
Mr Faulkner continued, “90% of the wild Tasmanian devil population has disappeared due to devil facial tumour disease. The Aussie Ark breeding program is creating a long-term future for this species, these youngsters are now
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DUK10144867_002
FEATURE - Zwillinge von Tasmanischen Teufeln in australischem Zoo geboren
Conservation organisation Aussie Ark, alongside the Australian Reptile Park have been very busy with their newest bundles of joy – twin brother Tasmanian devils.
The young joeys are yet to be named, and keepers at Aussie Ark and the Australian Reptile Park are calling on the public to help give them their new monikers. Every person who adopts a Tasmanian devil from Aussie Ark in the next month, until September 20th, will be in the running to not only name the devil joeys but to also meet the newest arrivals at the Australian Reptile Park.
These young joeys were born at Aussie Ark as part of the organisation’s insurance population for the endangered Tasmanian devil. The joeys are calling the Australian Reptile Park home for now and are being hand raised by Keeper Hewin Hochkins.
“I’m lacking a little sleep at the moment, feeding these guys every few hours is hard work, but I wouldn’t change a thing!” said mammals Keeper Hewin Hochkins. “They’re already showing off their personalities and I’m excited to watch them grow”
Hand-raising Tasmanian devils is no easy task. They require round the clock care, warm snuggles and bottle feeds around four to five times a day, including a feed at 4:00am. The duo will be hand raised by Keeper Hewin for the next eight months until they are independent enough to re-join their family at Aussie Ark. For now, they are residing at the Australian Reptile Park, where they will become ambassadors for their species - an important role for the youngsters.
“Tasmanian devils are one of the most iconic native species Australia has, they’re feisty, rambunctious and play a critical role in Australian ecosystems” Aussie Ark President and Australian Reptile Park Director Tim Faulkner said.
Mr Faulkner continued, “90% of the wild Tasmanian devil population has disappeared due to devil facial tumour disease. The Aussie Ark breeding program is creating a long-term future for this species, these youngsters are now
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DUK10144867_001
FEATURE - Zwillinge von Tasmanischen Teufeln in australischem Zoo geboren
Conservation organisation Aussie Ark, alongside the Australian Reptile Park have been very busy with their newest bundles of joy – twin brother Tasmanian devils.
The young joeys are yet to be named, and keepers at Aussie Ark and the Australian Reptile Park are calling on the public to help give them their new monikers. Every person who adopts a Tasmanian devil from Aussie Ark in the next month, until September 20th, will be in the running to not only name the devil joeys but to also meet the newest arrivals at the Australian Reptile Park.
These young joeys were born at Aussie Ark as part of the organisation’s insurance population for the endangered Tasmanian devil. The joeys are calling the Australian Reptile Park home for now and are being hand raised by Keeper Hewin Hochkins.
“I’m lacking a little sleep at the moment, feeding these guys every few hours is hard work, but I wouldn’t change a thing!” said mammals Keeper Hewin Hochkins. “They’re already showing off their personalities and I’m excited to watch them grow”
Hand-raising Tasmanian devils is no easy task. They require round the clock care, warm snuggles and bottle feeds around four to five times a day, including a feed at 4:00am. The duo will be hand raised by Keeper Hewin for the next eight months until they are independent enough to re-join their family at Aussie Ark. For now, they are residing at the Australian Reptile Park, where they will become ambassadors for their species - an important role for the youngsters.
“Tasmanian devils are one of the most iconic native species Australia has, they’re feisty, rambunctious and play a critical role in Australian ecosystems” Aussie Ark President and Australian Reptile Park Director Tim Faulkner said.
Mr Faulkner continued, “90% of the wild Tasmanian devil population has disappeared due to devil facial tumour disease. The Aussie Ark breeding program is creating a long-term future for this species, these youngsters are now
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DUK10139283_005
FEATURE - Zuviel an den Zehen gelutscht: Känguru Joey muss Socken tragen
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An adorable baby kangaroo has had to be fitted with a pair of socks after sucking on her toes too much.
Frankie, a Kangaroo Island joey and a resident at The Australian Reptile Park, currently wears the pair of wearing breathable, organic socks 24/7.
Frankie has had a troublesome start to her short life, as upon six months living in Mum’s pouch, her mum Ollie’s pouch developed both mastitis and a pouch infection.
Thankfully, keepers were on top of this quickly and safely retrieved Frankie and were able to provide Ollie with the right treatments for both of her conditions and she is now thriving and happily hopping around the park once more. Frankie, however, is currently being hand raised by her adoptive Mum, Mammal keeper Brooke Barton.
While Frankie settled in well with her adoptive mum Brooke, she developed a habit of suckling on her own feet. This caused a small sore area, and to avoid any issues, keepers were able to fit small socks on Frankie’s feet to protect them in the short-term. She is still able to hop and play around like any other kangaroo joey but is protecting her feet in the process.
New mother Brooke Barton said of Frankie, “She is such a kind, sweet little girl who loves hopping around in her socks! She is healing excellently, and they will be off in no time. Once they’re off, it wont be long until she is reunited with Mum.”
Brooke continued, “Frankie requires 24/7 care in a mock, knitted pouch for warmth and four bottle feeds a day. Once she is big and strong enough, she will be let out and about to run amuck at the Australian Reptile Park in our free-range kangaroo area, where visitors will eventually be able to hand feed her and say hello.”
When: 07 Jan 2021
Credit: The Australian Reptile Park/Cover Images
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DUK10139283_004
FEATURE - Zuviel an den Zehen gelutscht: Känguru Joey muss Socken tragen
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An adorable baby kangaroo has had to be fitted with a pair of socks after sucking on her toes too much.
Frankie, a Kangaroo Island joey and a resident at The Australian Reptile Park, currently wears the pair of wearing breathable, organic socks 24/7.
Frankie has had a troublesome start to her short life, as upon six months living in Mum’s pouch, her mum Ollie’s pouch developed both mastitis and a pouch infection.
Thankfully, keepers were on top of this quickly and safely retrieved Frankie and were able to provide Ollie with the right treatments for both of her conditions and she is now thriving and happily hopping around the park once more. Frankie, however, is currently being hand raised by her adoptive Mum, Mammal keeper Brooke Barton.
While Frankie settled in well with her adoptive mum Brooke, she developed a habit of suckling on her own feet. This caused a small sore area, and to avoid any issues, keepers were able to fit small socks on Frankie’s feet to protect them in the short-term. She is still able to hop and play around like any other kangaroo joey but is protecting her feet in the process.
New mother Brooke Barton said of Frankie, “She is such a kind, sweet little girl who loves hopping around in her socks! She is healing excellently, and they will be off in no time. Once they’re off, it wont be long until she is reunited with Mum.”
Brooke continued, “Frankie requires 24/7 care in a mock, knitted pouch for warmth and four bottle feeds a day. Once she is big and strong enough, she will be let out and about to run amuck at the Australian Reptile Park in our free-range kangaroo area, where visitors will eventually be able to hand feed her and say hello.”
When: 07 Jan 2021
Credit: The Australian Reptile Park/Cover Images
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DUK10139283_003
FEATURE - Zuviel an den Zehen gelutscht: Känguru Joey muss Socken tragen
**VIDEO AVAILABLE. CONTACT INFO@COVERMG.COM TO RECEIVE.**
An adorable baby kangaroo has had to be fitted with a pair of socks after sucking on her toes too much.
Frankie, a Kangaroo Island joey and a resident at The Australian Reptile Park, currently wears the pair of wearing breathable, organic socks 24/7.
Frankie has had a troublesome start to her short life, as upon six months living in Mum’s pouch, her mum Ollie’s pouch developed both mastitis and a pouch infection.
Thankfully, keepers were on top of this quickly and safely retrieved Frankie and were able to provide Ollie with the right treatments for both of her conditions and she is now thriving and happily hopping around the park once more. Frankie, however, is currently being hand raised by her adoptive Mum, Mammal keeper Brooke Barton.
While Frankie settled in well with her adoptive mum Brooke, she developed a habit of suckling on her own feet. This caused a small sore area, and to avoid any issues, keepers were able to fit small socks on Frankie’s feet to protect them in the short-term. She is still able to hop and play around like any other kangaroo joey but is protecting her feet in the process.
New mother Brooke Barton said of Frankie, “She is such a kind, sweet little girl who loves hopping around in her socks! She is healing excellently, and they will be off in no time. Once they’re off, it wont be long until she is reunited with Mum.”
Brooke continued, “Frankie requires 24/7 care in a mock, knitted pouch for warmth and four bottle feeds a day. Once she is big and strong enough, she will be let out and about to run amuck at the Australian Reptile Park in our free-range kangaroo area, where visitors will eventually be able to hand feed her and say hello.”
When: 07 Jan 2021
Credit: The Australian Reptile Park/Cover Images
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DUK10139283_002
FEATURE - Zuviel an den Zehen gelutscht: Känguru Joey muss Socken tragen
**VIDEO AVAILABLE. CONTACT INFO@COVERMG.COM TO RECEIVE.**
An adorable baby kangaroo has had to be fitted with a pair of socks after sucking on her toes too much.
Frankie, a Kangaroo Island joey and a resident at The Australian Reptile Park, currently wears the pair of wearing breathable, organic socks 24/7.
Frankie has had a troublesome start to her short life, as upon six months living in Mum’s pouch, her mum Ollie’s pouch developed both mastitis and a pouch infection.
Thankfully, keepers were on top of this quickly and safely retrieved Frankie and were able to provide Ollie with the right treatments for both of her conditions and she is now thriving and happily hopping around the park once more. Frankie, however, is currently being hand raised by her adoptive Mum, Mammal keeper Brooke Barton.
While Frankie settled in well with her adoptive mum Brooke, she developed a habit of suckling on her own feet. This caused a small sore area, and to avoid any issues, keepers were able to fit small socks on Frankie’s feet to protect them in the short-term. She is still able to hop and play around like any other kangaroo joey but is protecting her feet in the process.
New mother Brooke Barton said of Frankie, “She is such a kind, sweet little girl who loves hopping around in her socks! She is healing excellently, and they will be off in no time. Once they’re off, it wont be long until she is reunited with Mum.”
Brooke continued, “Frankie requires 24/7 care in a mock, knitted pouch for warmth and four bottle feeds a day. Once she is big and strong enough, she will be let out and about to run amuck at the Australian Reptile Park in our free-range kangaroo area, where visitors will eventually be able to hand feed her and say hello.”
When: 07 Jan 2021
Credit: The Australian Reptile Park/Cover Images
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DUK10139283_001
FEATURE - Zuviel an den Zehen gelutscht: Känguru Joey muss Socken tragen
**VIDEO AVAILABLE. CONTACT INFO@COVERMG.COM TO RECEIVE.**
An adorable baby kangaroo has had to be fitted with a pair of socks after sucking on her toes too much.
Frankie, a Kangaroo Island joey and a resident at The Australian Reptile Park, currently wears the pair of wearing breathable, organic socks 24/7.
Frankie has had a troublesome start to her short life, as upon six months living in Mum’s pouch, her mum Ollie’s pouch developed both mastitis and a pouch infection.
Thankfully, keepers were on top of this quickly and safely retrieved Frankie and were able to provide Ollie with the right treatments for both of her conditions and she is now thriving and happily hopping around the park once more. Frankie, however, is currently being hand raised by her adoptive Mum, Mammal keeper Brooke Barton.
While Frankie settled in well with her adoptive mum Brooke, she developed a habit of suckling on her own feet. This caused a small sore area, and to avoid any issues, keepers were able to fit small socks on Frankie’s feet to protect them in the short-term. She is still able to hop and play around like any other kangaroo joey but is protecting her feet in the process.
New mother Brooke Barton said of Frankie, “She is such a kind, sweet little girl who loves hopping around in her socks! She is healing excellently, and they will be off in no time. Once they’re off, it wont be long until she is reunited with Mum.”
Brooke continued, “Frankie requires 24/7 care in a mock, knitted pouch for warmth and four bottle feeds a day. Once she is big and strong enough, she will be let out and about to run amuck at the Australian Reptile Park in our free-range kangaroo area, where visitors will eventually be able to hand feed her and say hello.”
When: 07 Jan 2021
Credit: The Australian Reptile Park/Cover Images
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DUK10147455_012
FEATURE - Landminensuchende Ratte erhält Goldmedaille für tierische Tapferkeit
A rat with a nose for detecting dangerous landmines has been awarded a medal for his bravery.
The tiny creature's work in Cambodia, which has transformed the lives of the country’s citizens, has earned him the PDSA Gold Medal for his life-saving bravery and devotion to duty.
HeroRAT Magawa is a giant pouched rat, trained to detect landmines by charity APOPO. He has discovered 39 landmines and 28 items of unexploded ordnance to date, making him the charity’s most successful HeroRAT.
During his career he has helped clear over 141,000 square metres of land (the equivalent of twenty football pitches), making it safe for local people.
Magawa was formally presented with his unique miniature PDSA Gold Medal – the animal equivalent of the George Cross – via a live link between Cambodia and the UK on September 25th by the vet charity’s Director General. He is the first rat in the charity’s 77 year history of honouring animals to receive a PDSA Medal – joining a line-up of brave dogs, horses, pigeons and a cat.
Commenting on the award, PDSA Director General Jan McLoughlin, said: “The work of HeroRAT Magawa and APOPO is truly unique and outstanding.
“Cambodia estimates that between 4 and 6 million landmines were laid in the country between 1975 and 1998, which have sadly caused over 64,000 casualties.
“HeroRAT Magawa’s work directly saves and changes the lives of men, women and children who are impacted by these landmines. Every discovery he makes reduces the risk of injury or death for local people.
“The PDSA Animal Awards programme seeks to raise the status of animals in society and honour the incredible contribution they make to our lives. Magawa’s dedication, skill and bravery are an extraordinary example of this and deserve the highest possible recognition. We are thrilled to award him the PDSA Gold Medal.”
When: 02 Oct 2020
Credit: PDSA/Cover Images
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DUK10147455_011
FEATURE - Landminensuchende Ratte erhält Goldmedaille für tierische Tapferkeit
A rat with a nose for detecting dangerous landmines has been awarded a medal for his bravery.
The tiny creature's work in Cambodia, which has transformed the lives of the country’s citizens, has earned him the PDSA Gold Medal for his life-saving bravery and devotion to duty.
HeroRAT Magawa is a giant pouched rat, trained to detect landmines by charity APOPO. He has discovered 39 landmines and 28 items of unexploded ordnance to date, making him the charity’s most successful HeroRAT.
During his career he has helped clear over 141,000 square metres of land (the equivalent of twenty football pitches), making it safe for local people.
Magawa was formally presented with his unique miniature PDSA Gold Medal – the animal equivalent of the George Cross – via a live link between Cambodia and the UK on September 25th by the vet charity’s Director General. He is the first rat in the charity’s 77 year history of honouring animals to receive a PDSA Medal – joining a line-up of brave dogs, horses, pigeons and a cat.
Commenting on the award, PDSA Director General Jan McLoughlin, said: “The work of HeroRAT Magawa and APOPO is truly unique and outstanding.
“Cambodia estimates that between 4 and 6 million landmines were laid in the country between 1975 and 1998, which have sadly caused over 64,000 casualties.
“HeroRAT Magawa’s work directly saves and changes the lives of men, women and children who are impacted by these landmines. Every discovery he makes reduces the risk of injury or death for local people.
“The PDSA Animal Awards programme seeks to raise the status of animals in society and honour the incredible contribution they make to our lives. Magawa’s dedication, skill and bravery are an extraordinary example of this and deserve the highest possible recognition. We are thrilled to award him the PDSA Gold Medal.”
When: 02 Oct 2020
Credit: PDSA/Cover Images
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DUK10147455_010
FEATURE - Landminensuchende Ratte erhält Goldmedaille für tierische Tapferkeit
A rat with a nose for detecting dangerous landmines has been awarded a medal for his bravery.
The tiny creature's work in Cambodia, which has transformed the lives of the country’s citizens, has earned him the PDSA Gold Medal for his life-saving bravery and devotion to duty.
HeroRAT Magawa is a giant pouched rat, trained to detect landmines by charity APOPO. He has discovered 39 landmines and 28 items of unexploded ordnance to date, making him the charity’s most successful HeroRAT.
During his career he has helped clear over 141,000 square metres of land (the equivalent of twenty football pitches), making it safe for local people.
Magawa was formally presented with his unique miniature PDSA Gold Medal – the animal equivalent of the George Cross – via a live link between Cambodia and the UK on September 25th by the vet charity’s Director General. He is the first rat in the charity’s 77 year history of honouring animals to receive a PDSA Medal – joining a line-up of brave dogs, horses, pigeons and a cat.
Commenting on the award, PDSA Director General Jan McLoughlin, said: “The work of HeroRAT Magawa and APOPO is truly unique and outstanding.
“Cambodia estimates that between 4 and 6 million landmines were laid in the country between 1975 and 1998, which have sadly caused over 64,000 casualties.
“HeroRAT Magawa’s work directly saves and changes the lives of men, women and children who are impacted by these landmines. Every discovery he makes reduces the risk of injury or death for local people.
“The PDSA Animal Awards programme seeks to raise the status of animals in society and honour the incredible contribution they make to our lives. Magawa’s dedication, skill and bravery are an extraordinary example of this and deserve the highest possible recognition. We are thrilled to award him the PDSA Gold Medal.”
When: 02 Oct 2020
Credit: PDSA/Cover Images
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DUK10147455_009
FEATURE - Landminensuchende Ratte erhält Goldmedaille für tierische Tapferkeit
A rat with a nose for detecting dangerous landmines has been awarded a medal for his bravery.
The tiny creature's work in Cambodia, which has transformed the lives of the country’s citizens, has earned him the PDSA Gold Medal for his life-saving bravery and devotion to duty.
HeroRAT Magawa is a giant pouched rat, trained to detect landmines by charity APOPO. He has discovered 39 landmines and 28 items of unexploded ordnance to date, making him the charity’s most successful HeroRAT.
During his career he has helped clear over 141,000 square metres of land (the equivalent of twenty football pitches), making it safe for local people.
Magawa was formally presented with his unique miniature PDSA Gold Medal – the animal equivalent of the George Cross – via a live link between Cambodia and the UK on September 25th by the vet charity’s Director General. He is the first rat in the charity’s 77 year history of honouring animals to receive a PDSA Medal – joining a line-up of brave dogs, horses, pigeons and a cat.
Commenting on the award, PDSA Director General Jan McLoughlin, said: “The work of HeroRAT Magawa and APOPO is truly unique and outstanding.
“Cambodia estimates that between 4 and 6 million landmines were laid in the country between 1975 and 1998, which have sadly caused over 64,000 casualties.
“HeroRAT Magawa’s work directly saves and changes the lives of men, women and children who are impacted by these landmines. Every discovery he makes reduces the risk of injury or death for local people.
“The PDSA Animal Awards programme seeks to raise the status of animals in society and honour the incredible contribution they make to our lives. Magawa’s dedication, skill and bravery are an extraordinary example of this and deserve the highest possible recognition. We are thrilled to award him the PDSA Gold Medal.”
When: 02 Oct 2020
Credit: PDSA/Cover Images
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DUK10147455_008
FEATURE - Landminensuchende Ratte erhält Goldmedaille für tierische Tapferkeit
A rat with a nose for detecting dangerous landmines has been awarded a medal for his bravery.
The tiny creature's work in Cambodia, which has transformed the lives of the country’s citizens, has earned him the PDSA Gold Medal for his life-saving bravery and devotion to duty.
HeroRAT Magawa is a giant pouched rat, trained to detect landmines by charity APOPO. He has discovered 39 landmines and 28 items of unexploded ordnance to date, making him the charity’s most successful HeroRAT.
During his career he has helped clear over 141,000 square metres of land (the equivalent of twenty football pitches), making it safe for local people.
Magawa was formally presented with his unique miniature PDSA Gold Medal – the animal equivalent of the George Cross – via a live link between Cambodia and the UK on September 25th by the vet charity’s Director General. He is the first rat in the charity’s 77 year history of honouring animals to receive a PDSA Medal – joining a line-up of brave dogs, horses, pigeons and a cat.
Commenting on the award, PDSA Director General Jan McLoughlin, said: “The work of HeroRAT Magawa and APOPO is truly unique and outstanding.
“Cambodia estimates that between 4 and 6 million landmines were laid in the country between 1975 and 1998, which have sadly caused over 64,000 casualties.
“HeroRAT Magawa’s work directly saves and changes the lives of men, women and children who are impacted by these landmines. Every discovery he makes reduces the risk of injury or death for local people.
“The PDSA Animal Awards programme seeks to raise the status of animals in society and honour the incredible contribution they make to our lives. Magawa’s dedication, skill and bravery are an extraordinary example of this and deserve the highest possible recognition. We are thrilled to award him the PDSA Gold Medal.”
When: 02 Oct 2020
Credit: PDSA/Cover Images
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DUK10147455_007
FEATURE - Landminensuchende Ratte erhält Goldmedaille für tierische Tapferkeit
A rat with a nose for detecting dangerous landmines has been awarded a medal for his bravery.
The tiny creature's work in Cambodia, which has transformed the lives of the country’s citizens, has earned him the PDSA Gold Medal for his life-saving bravery and devotion to duty.
HeroRAT Magawa is a giant pouched rat, trained to detect landmines by charity APOPO. He has discovered 39 landmines and 28 items of unexploded ordnance to date, making him the charity’s most successful HeroRAT.
During his career he has helped clear over 141,000 square metres of land (the equivalent of twenty football pitches), making it safe for local people.
Magawa was formally presented with his unique miniature PDSA Gold Medal – the animal equivalent of the George Cross – via a live link between Cambodia and the UK on September 25th by the vet charity’s Director General. He is the first rat in the charity’s 77 year history of honouring animals to receive a PDSA Medal – joining a line-up of brave dogs, horses, pigeons and a cat.
Commenting on the award, PDSA Director General Jan McLoughlin, said: “The work of HeroRAT Magawa and APOPO is truly unique and outstanding.
“Cambodia estimates that between 4 and 6 million landmines were laid in the country between 1975 and 1998, which have sadly caused over 64,000 casualties.
“HeroRAT Magawa’s work directly saves and changes the lives of men, women and children who are impacted by these landmines. Every discovery he makes reduces the risk of injury or death for local people.
“The PDSA Animal Awards programme seeks to raise the status of animals in society and honour the incredible contribution they make to our lives. Magawa’s dedication, skill and bravery are an extraordinary example of this and deserve the highest possible recognition. We are thrilled to award him the PDSA Gold Medal.”
When: 02 Oct 2020
Credit: PDSA/Cover Images
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DUK10147455_006
FEATURE - Landminensuchende Ratte erhält Goldmedaille für tierische Tapferkeit
A rat with a nose for detecting dangerous landmines has been awarded a medal for his bravery.
The tiny creature's work in Cambodia, which has transformed the lives of the country’s citizens, has earned him the PDSA Gold Medal for his life-saving bravery and devotion to duty.
HeroRAT Magawa is a giant pouched rat, trained to detect landmines by charity APOPO. He has discovered 39 landmines and 28 items of unexploded ordnance to date, making him the charity’s most successful HeroRAT.
During his career he has helped clear over 141,000 square metres of land (the equivalent of twenty football pitches), making it safe for local people.
Magawa was formally presented with his unique miniature PDSA Gold Medal – the animal equivalent of the George Cross – via a live link between Cambodia and the UK on September 25th by the vet charity’s Director General. He is the first rat in the charity’s 77 year history of honouring animals to receive a PDSA Medal – joining a line-up of brave dogs, horses, pigeons and a cat.
Commenting on the award, PDSA Director General Jan McLoughlin, said: “The work of HeroRAT Magawa and APOPO is truly unique and outstanding.
“Cambodia estimates that between 4 and 6 million landmines were laid in the country between 1975 and 1998, which have sadly caused over 64,000 casualties.
“HeroRAT Magawa’s work directly saves and changes the lives of men, women and children who are impacted by these landmines. Every discovery he makes reduces the risk of injury or death for local people.
“The PDSA Animal Awards programme seeks to raise the status of animals in society and honour the incredible contribution they make to our lives. Magawa’s dedication, skill and bravery are an extraordinary example of this and deserve the highest possible recognition. We are thrilled to award him the PDSA Gold Medal.”
When: 02 Oct 2020
Credit: PDSA/Cover Images
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A rat with a nose for detecting dangerous landmines has been awarded a medal for his bravery.
The tiny creature's work in Cambodia, which has transformed the lives of the country’s citizens, has earned him the PDSA Gold Medal for his life-saving bravery and devotion to duty.
HeroRAT Magawa is a giant pouched rat, trained to detect landmines by charity APOPO. He has discovered 39 landmines and 28 items of unexploded ordnance to date, making him the charity’s most successful HeroRAT.
During his career he has helped clear over 141,000 square metres of land (the equivalent of twenty football pitches), making it safe for local people.
Magawa was formally presented with his unique miniature PDSA Gold Medal – the animal equivalent of the George Cross – via a live link between Cambodia and the UK on September 25th by the vet charity’s Director General. He is the first rat in the charity’s 77 year history of honouring animals to receive a PDSA Medal – joining a line-up of brave dogs, horses, pigeons and a cat.
Commenting on the award, PDSA Director General Jan McLoughlin, said: “The work of HeroRAT Magawa and APOPO is truly unique and outstanding.
“Cambodia estimates that between 4 and 6 million landmines were laid in the country between 1975 and 1998, which have sadly caused over 64,000 casualties.
“HeroRAT Magawa’s work directly saves and changes the lives of men, women and children who are impacted by these landmines. Every discovery he makes reduces the risk of injury or death for local people.
“The PDSA Animal Awards programme seeks to raise the status of animals in society and honour the incredible contribution they make to our lives. Magawa’s dedication, skill and bravery are an extraordinary example of this and deserve the highest possible recognition. We are thrilled to award him the PDSA Gold Medal.”
When: 02 Oct 2020
Credit: PDSA/Cover Images
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FEATURE - Landminensuchende Ratte erhält Goldmedaille für tierische Tapferkeit
A rat with a nose for detecting dangerous landmines has been awarded a medal for his bravery.
The tiny creature's work in Cambodia, which has transformed the lives of the country’s citizens, has earned him the PDSA Gold Medal for his life-saving bravery and devotion to duty.
HeroRAT Magawa is a giant pouched rat, trained to detect landmines by charity APOPO. He has discovered 39 landmines and 28 items of unexploded ordnance to date, making him the charity’s most successful HeroRAT.
During his career he has helped clear over 141,000 square metres of land (the equivalent of twenty football pitches), making it safe for local people.
Magawa was formally presented with his unique miniature PDSA Gold Medal – the animal equivalent of the George Cross – via a live link between Cambodia and the UK on September 25th by the vet charity’s Director General. He is the first rat in the charity’s 77 year history of honouring animals to receive a PDSA Medal – joining a line-up of brave dogs, horses, pigeons and a cat.
Commenting on the award, PDSA Director General Jan McLoughlin, said: “The work of HeroRAT Magawa and APOPO is truly unique and outstanding.
“Cambodia estimates that between 4 and 6 million landmines were laid in the country between 1975 and 1998, which have sadly caused over 64,000 casualties.
“HeroRAT Magawa’s work directly saves and changes the lives of men, women and children who are impacted by these landmines. Every discovery he makes reduces the risk of injury or death for local people.
“The PDSA Animal Awards programme seeks to raise the status of animals in society and honour the incredible contribution they make to our lives. Magawa’s dedication, skill and bravery are an extraordinary example of this and deserve the highest possible recognition. We are thrilled to award him the PDSA Gold Medal.”
When: 02 Oct 2020
Credit: PDSA/Cover Images
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FEATURE - Landminensuchende Ratte erhält Goldmedaille für tierische Tapferkeit
A rat with a nose for detecting dangerous landmines has been awarded a medal for his bravery.
The tiny creature's work in Cambodia, which has transformed the lives of the country’s citizens, has earned him the PDSA Gold Medal for his life-saving bravery and devotion to duty.
HeroRAT Magawa is a giant pouched rat, trained to detect landmines by charity APOPO. He has discovered 39 landmines and 28 items of unexploded ordnance to date, making him the charity’s most successful HeroRAT.
During his career he has helped clear over 141,000 square metres of land (the equivalent of twenty football pitches), making it safe for local people.
Magawa was formally presented with his unique miniature PDSA Gold Medal – the animal equivalent of the George Cross – via a live link between Cambodia and the UK on September 25th by the vet charity’s Director General. He is the first rat in the charity’s 77 year history of honouring animals to receive a PDSA Medal – joining a line-up of brave dogs, horses, pigeons and a cat.
Commenting on the award, PDSA Director General Jan McLoughlin, said: “The work of HeroRAT Magawa and APOPO is truly unique and outstanding.
“Cambodia estimates that between 4 and 6 million landmines were laid in the country between 1975 and 1998, which have sadly caused over 64,000 casualties.
“HeroRAT Magawa’s work directly saves and changes the lives of men, women and children who are impacted by these landmines. Every discovery he makes reduces the risk of injury or death for local people.
“The PDSA Animal Awards programme seeks to raise the status of animals in society and honour the incredible contribution they make to our lives. Magawa’s dedication, skill and bravery are an extraordinary example of this and deserve the highest possible recognition. We are thrilled to award him the PDSA Gold Medal.”
When: 02 Oct 2020
Credit: PDSA/Cover Images
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FEATURE - Landminensuchende Ratte erhält Goldmedaille für tierische Tapferkeit
PICTURE SHOWS: Magawa with his trainer Malen
A rat with a nose for detecting dangerous landmines has been awarded a medal for his bravery.
The tiny creature's work in Cambodia, which has transformed the lives of the country’s citizens, has earned him the PDSA Gold Medal for his life-saving bravery and devotion to duty.
HeroRAT Magawa is a giant pouched rat, trained to detect landmines by charity APOPO. He has discovered 39 landmines and 28 items of unexploded ordnance to date, making him the charity’s most successful HeroRAT.
During his career he has helped clear over 141,000 square metres of land (the equivalent of twenty football pitches), making it safe for local people.
Magawa was formally presented with his unique miniature PDSA Gold Medal – the animal equivalent of the George Cross – via a live link between Cambodia and the UK on September 25th by the vet charity’s Director General. He is the first rat in the charity’s 77 year history of honouring animals to receive a PDSA Medal – joining a line-up of brave dogs, horses, pigeons and a cat.
Commenting on the award, PDSA Director General Jan McLoughlin, said: “The work of HeroRAT Magawa and APOPO is truly unique and outstanding.
“Cambodia estimates that between 4 and 6 million landmines were laid in the country between 1975 and 1998, which have sadly caused over 64,000 casualties.
“HeroRAT Magawa’s work directly saves and changes the lives of men, women and children who are impacted by these landmines. Every discovery he makes reduces the risk of injury or death for local people.
“The PDSA Animal Awards programme seeks to raise the status of animals in society and honour the incredible contribution they make to our lives. Magawa’s dedication, skill and bravery are an extraordinary example of this and deserve the highest possible recognition. We are thrilled to award him the PDSA Gold Medal.”
When: 02 Oct 2020
Credit: PDSA/Cover Images
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FEATURE - Landminensuchende Ratte erhält Goldmedaille für tierische Tapferkeit
PICTURE SHOWS: Magawa wearing his PDSA Gold Medal with his trainer Malen
A rat with a nose for detecting dangerous landmines has been awarded a medal for his bravery.
The tiny creature's work in Cambodia, which has transformed the lives of the country’s citizens, has earned him the PDSA Gold Medal for his life-saving bravery and devotion to duty.
HeroRAT Magawa is a giant pouched rat, trained to detect landmines by charity APOPO. He has discovered 39 landmines and 28 items of unexploded ordnance to date, making him the charity’s most successful HeroRAT.
During his career he has helped clear over 141,000 square metres of land (the equivalent of twenty football pitches), making it safe for local people.
Magawa was formally presented with his unique miniature PDSA Gold Medal – the animal equivalent of the George Cross – via a live link between Cambodia and the UK on September 25th by the vet charity’s Director General. He is the first rat in the charity’s 77 year history of honouring animals to receive a PDSA Medal – joining a line-up of brave dogs, horses, pigeons and a cat.
Commenting on the award, PDSA Director General Jan McLoughlin, said: “The work of HeroRAT Magawa and APOPO is truly unique and outstanding.
“Cambodia estimates that between 4 and 6 million landmines were laid in the country between 1975 and 1998, which have sadly caused over 64,000 casualties.
“HeroRAT Magawa’s work directly saves and changes the lives of men, women and children who are impacted by these landmines. Every discovery he makes reduces the risk of injury or death for local people.
“The PDSA Animal Awards programme seeks to raise the status of animals in society and honour the incredible contribution they make to our lives. Magawa’s dedication, skill and bravery are an extraordinary example of this and deserve the highest possible recognition. We are thrilled to award him the PDSA Gold Medal.”
When: 02 Oct 2020
Credit: PDSA/Cover Images
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PICTURE SHOWS: Magawa wearing his PDSA Gold Medal with his trainer Malen
A rat with a nose for detecting dangerous landmines has been awarded a medal for his bravery.
The tiny creature's work in Cambodia, which has transformed the lives of the country’s citizens, has earned him the PDSA Gold Medal for his life-saving bravery and devotion to duty.
HeroRAT Magawa is a giant pouched rat, trained to detect landmines by charity APOPO. He has discovered 39 landmines and 28 items of unexploded ordnance to date, making him the charity’s most successful HeroRAT.
During his career he has helped clear over 141,000 square metres of land (the equivalent of twenty football pitches), making it safe for local people.
Magawa was formally presented with his unique miniature PDSA Gold Medal – the animal equivalent of the George Cross – via a live link between Cambodia and the UK on September 25th by the vet charity’s Director General. He is the first rat in the charity’s 77 year history of honouring animals to receive a PDSA Medal – joining a line-up of brave dogs, horses, pigeons and a cat.
Commenting on the award, PDSA Director General Jan McLoughlin, said: “The work of HeroRAT Magawa and APOPO is truly unique and outstanding.
“Cambodia estimates that between 4 and 6 million landmines were laid in the country between 1975 and 1998, which have sadly caused over 64,000 casualties.
“HeroRAT Magawa’s work directly saves and changes the lives of men, women and children who are impacted by these landmines. Every discovery he makes reduces the risk of injury or death for local people.
“The PDSA Animal Awards programme seeks to raise the status of animals in society and honour the incredible contribution they make to our lives. Magawa’s dedication, skill and bravery are an extraordinary example of this and deserve the highest possible recognition. We are thrilled to award him the PDSA Gold Medal.”
When: 02 Oct 2020
Credit: PDSA/Cover Images
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FEATURE - Landminen aufspürende Ratte erhält Goldmedaille für Tapferkeit
A rat with a nose for detecting dangerous landmines has been awarded a medal for his bravery.
The tiny creature's work in Cambodia, which has transformed the lives of the country’s citizens, has earned him the PDSA Gold Medal for his life-saving bravery and devotion to duty.
HeroRAT Magawa is a giant pouched rat, trained to detect landmines by charity APOPO. He has discovered 39 landmines and 28 items of unexploded ordnance to date, making him the charity’s most successful HeroRAT.
During his career he has helped clear over 141,000 square metres of land (the equivalent of twenty football pitches), making it safe for local people.
Magawa was formally presented with his unique miniature PDSA Gold Medal – the animal equivalent of the George Cross – via a live link between Cambodia and the UK on September 25th by the vet charity’s Director General. He is the first rat in the charity’s 77 year history of honouring animals to receive a PDSA Medal – joining a line-up of brave dogs, horses, pigeons and a cat.
Commenting on the award, PDSA Director General Jan McLoughlin, said: “The work of HeroRAT Magawa and APOPO is truly unique and outstanding.
“Cambodia estimates that between 4 and 6 million landmines were laid in the country between 1975 and 1998, which have sadly caused over 64,000 casualties.
“HeroRAT Magawa’s work directly saves and changes the lives of men, women and children who are impacted by these landmines. Every discovery he makes reduces the risk of injury or death for local people.
“The PDSA Animal Awards programme seeks to raise the status of animals in society and honour the incredible contribution they make to our lives. Magawa’s dedication, skill and bravery are an extraordinary example of this and deserve the highest possible recognition. We are thrilled to award him the PDSA Gold Medal.”
When: 02 Oct 2020
Credit: PDSA/Cover Images
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FEATURE - Landminen aufspürende Ratte erhält Goldmedaille für Tapferkeit
A rat with a nose for detecting dangerous landmines has been awarded a medal for his bravery.
The tiny creature's work in Cambodia, which has transformed the lives of the country’s citizens, has earned him the PDSA Gold Medal for his life-saving bravery and devotion to duty.
HeroRAT Magawa is a giant pouched rat, trained to detect landmines by charity APOPO. He has discovered 39 landmines and 28 items of unexploded ordnance to date, making him the charity’s most successful HeroRAT.
During his career he has helped clear over 141,000 square metres of land (the equivalent of twenty football pitches), making it safe for local people.
Magawa was formally presented with his unique miniature PDSA Gold Medal – the animal equivalent of the George Cross – via a live link between Cambodia and the UK on September 25th by the vet charity’s Director General. He is the first rat in the charity’s 77 year history of honouring animals to receive a PDSA Medal – joining a line-up of brave dogs, horses, pigeons and a cat.
Commenting on the award, PDSA Director General Jan McLoughlin, said: “The work of HeroRAT Magawa and APOPO is truly unique and outstanding.
“Cambodia estimates that between 4 and 6 million landmines were laid in the country between 1975 and 1998, which have sadly caused over 64,000 casualties.
“HeroRAT Magawa’s work directly saves and changes the lives of men, women and children who are impacted by these landmines. Every discovery he makes reduces the risk of injury or death for local people.
“The PDSA Animal Awards programme seeks to raise the status of animals in society and honour the incredible contribution they make to our lives. Magawa’s dedication, skill and bravery are an extraordinary example of this and deserve the highest possible recognition. We are thrilled to award him the PDSA Gold Medal.”
When: 02 Oct 2020
Credit: PDSA/Cover Images
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FEATURE - Landminen aufspürende Ratte erhält Goldmedaille für Tapferkeit
A rat with a nose for detecting dangerous landmines has been awarded a medal for his bravery.
The tiny creature's work in Cambodia, which has transformed the lives of the country’s citizens, has earned him the PDSA Gold Medal for his life-saving bravery and devotion to duty.
HeroRAT Magawa is a giant pouched rat, trained to detect landmines by charity APOPO. He has discovered 39 landmines and 28 items of unexploded ordnance to date, making him the charity’s most successful HeroRAT.
During his career he has helped clear over 141,000 square metres of land (the equivalent of twenty football pitches), making it safe for local people.
Magawa was formally presented with his unique miniature PDSA Gold Medal – the animal equivalent of the George Cross – via a live link between Cambodia and the UK on September 25th by the vet charity’s Director General. He is the first rat in the charity’s 77 year history of honouring animals to receive a PDSA Medal – joining a line-up of brave dogs, horses, pigeons and a cat.
Commenting on the award, PDSA Director General Jan McLoughlin, said: “The work of HeroRAT Magawa and APOPO is truly unique and outstanding.
“Cambodia estimates that between 4 and 6 million landmines were laid in the country between 1975 and 1998, which have sadly caused over 64,000 casualties.
“HeroRAT Magawa’s work directly saves and changes the lives of men, women and children who are impacted by these landmines. Every discovery he makes reduces the risk of injury or death for local people.
“The PDSA Animal Awards programme seeks to raise the status of animals in society and honour the incredible contribution they make to our lives. Magawa’s dedication, skill and bravery are an extraordinary example of this and deserve the highest possible recognition. We are thrilled to award him the PDSA Gold Medal.”
When: 02 Oct 2020
Credit: PDSA/Cover Images
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FEATURE - Landminen aufspürende Ratte erhält Goldmedaille für Tapferkeit
A rat with a nose for detecting dangerous landmines has been awarded a medal for his bravery.
The tiny creature's work in Cambodia, which has transformed the lives of the country’s citizens, has earned him the PDSA Gold Medal for his life-saving bravery and devotion to duty.
HeroRAT Magawa is a giant pouched rat, trained to detect landmines by charity APOPO. He has discovered 39 landmines and 28 items of unexploded ordnance to date, making him the charity’s most successful HeroRAT.
During his career he has helped clear over 141,000 square metres of land (the equivalent of twenty football pitches), making it safe for local people.
Magawa was formally presented with his unique miniature PDSA Gold Medal – the animal equivalent of the George Cross – via a live link between Cambodia and the UK on September 25th by the vet charity’s Director General. He is the first rat in the charity’s 77 year history of honouring animals to receive a PDSA Medal – joining a line-up of brave dogs, horses, pigeons and a cat.
Commenting on the award, PDSA Director General Jan McLoughlin, said: “The work of HeroRAT Magawa and APOPO is truly unique and outstanding.
“Cambodia estimates that between 4 and 6 million landmines were laid in the country between 1975 and 1998, which have sadly caused over 64,000 casualties.
“HeroRAT Magawa’s work directly saves and changes the lives of men, women and children who are impacted by these landmines. Every discovery he makes reduces the risk of injury or death for local people.
“The PDSA Animal Awards programme seeks to raise the status of animals in society and honour the incredible contribution they make to our lives. Magawa’s dedication, skill and bravery are an extraordinary example of this and deserve the highest possible recognition. We are thrilled to award him the PDSA Gold Medal.”
Where: Trach Village, Siem Reap, Cambodia
When: 02 Oct 2020
Credit: PDSA/Cover Images
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FEATURE - Landminen aufspürende Ratte erhält Goldmedaille für Tapferkeit
PICTURE SHOWS: Magawa with his trainer Malen
A rat with a nose for detecting dangerous landmines has been awarded a medal for his bravery.
The tiny creature's work in Cambodia, which has transformed the lives of the country’s citizens, has earned him the PDSA Gold Medal for his life-saving bravery and devotion to duty.
HeroRAT Magawa is a giant pouched rat, trained to detect landmines by charity APOPO. He has discovered 39 landmines and 28 items of unexploded ordnance to date, making him the charity’s most successful HeroRAT.
During his career he has helped clear over 141,000 square metres of land (the equivalent of twenty football pitches), making it safe for local people.
Magawa was formally presented with his unique miniature PDSA Gold Medal – the animal equivalent of the George Cross – via a live link between Cambodia and the UK on September 25th by the vet charity’s Director General. He is the first rat in the charity’s 77 year history of honouring animals to receive a PDSA Medal – joining a line-up of brave dogs, horses, pigeons and a cat.
Commenting on the award, PDSA Director General Jan McLoughlin, said: “The work of HeroRAT Magawa and APOPO is truly unique and outstanding.
“Cambodia estimates that between 4 and 6 million landmines were laid in the country between 1975 and 1998, which have sadly caused over 64,000 casualties.
“HeroRAT Magawa’s work directly saves and changes the lives of men, women and children who are impacted by these landmines. Every discovery he makes reduces the risk of injury or death for local people.
“The PDSA Animal Awards programme seeks to raise the status of animals in society and honour the incredible contribution they make to our lives. Magawa’s dedication, skill and bravery are an extraordinary example of this and deserve the highest possible recognition. We are thrilled to award him the PDSA Gold Medal.”
When: 02 Oct 2020
Credit: PDSA/Cover Images
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FEATURE - Landminen aufspürende Ratte erhält Goldmedaille für Tapferkeit
A rat with a nose for detecting dangerous landmines has been awarded a medal for his bravery.
The tiny creature's work in Cambodia, which has transformed the lives of the country’s citizens, has earned him the PDSA Gold Medal for his life-saving bravery and devotion to duty.
HeroRAT Magawa is a giant pouched rat, trained to detect landmines by charity APOPO. He has discovered 39 landmines and 28 items of unexploded ordnance to date, making him the charity’s most successful HeroRAT.
During his career he has helped clear over 141,000 square metres of land (the equivalent of twenty football pitches), making it safe for local people.
Magawa was formally presented with his unique miniature PDSA Gold Medal – the animal equivalent of the George Cross – via a live link between Cambodia and the UK on September 25th by the vet charity’s Director General. He is the first rat in the charity’s 77 year history of honouring animals to receive a PDSA Medal – joining a line-up of brave dogs, horses, pigeons and a cat.
Commenting on the award, PDSA Director General Jan McLoughlin, said: “The work of HeroRAT Magawa and APOPO is truly unique and outstanding.
“Cambodia estimates that between 4 and 6 million landmines were laid in the country between 1975 and 1998, which have sadly caused over 64,000 casualties.
“HeroRAT Magawa’s work directly saves and changes the lives of men, women and children who are impacted by these landmines. Every discovery he makes reduces the risk of injury or death for local people.
“The PDSA Animal Awards programme seeks to raise the status of animals in society and honour the incredible contribution they make to our lives. Magawa’s dedication, skill and bravery are an extraordinary example of this and deserve the highest possible recognition. We are thrilled to award him the PDSA Gold Medal.”
When: 02 Oct 2020
Credit: PDSA/Cover Images
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FEATURE - Landminen aufspürende Ratte erhält Goldmedaille für Tapferkeit
A rat with a nose for detecting dangerous landmines has been awarded a medal for his bravery.
The tiny creature's work in Cambodia, which has transformed the lives of the country’s citizens, has earned him the PDSA Gold Medal for his life-saving bravery and devotion to duty.
HeroRAT Magawa is a giant pouched rat, trained to detect landmines by charity APOPO. He has discovered 39 landmines and 28 items of unexploded ordnance to date, making him the charity’s most successful HeroRAT.
During his career he has helped clear over 141,000 square metres of land (the equivalent of twenty football pitches), making it safe for local people.
Magawa was formally presented with his unique miniature PDSA Gold Medal – the animal equivalent of the George Cross – via a live link between Cambodia and the UK on September 25th by the vet charity’s Director General. He is the first rat in the charity’s 77 year history of honouring animals to receive a PDSA Medal – joining a line-up of brave dogs, horses, pigeons and a cat.
Commenting on the award, PDSA Director General Jan McLoughlin, said: “The work of HeroRAT Magawa and APOPO is truly unique and outstanding.
“Cambodia estimates that between 4 and 6 million landmines were laid in the country between 1975 and 1998, which have sadly caused over 64,000 casualties.
“HeroRAT Magawa’s work directly saves and changes the lives of men, women and children who are impacted by these landmines. Every discovery he makes reduces the risk of injury or death for local people.
“The PDSA Animal Awards programme seeks to raise the status of animals in society and honour the incredible contribution they make to our lives. Magawa’s dedication, skill and bravery are an extraordinary example of this and deserve the highest possible recognition. We are thrilled to award him the PDSA Gold Medal.”
When: 02 Oct 2020
Credit: PDSA/Cover Images
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FEATURE - Landminen aufspürende Ratte erhält Goldmedaille für Tapferkeit
A rat with a nose for detecting dangerous landmines has been awarded a medal for his bravery.
The tiny creature's work in Cambodia, which has transformed the lives of the country’s citizens, has earned him the PDSA Gold Medal for his life-saving bravery and devotion to duty.
HeroRAT Magawa is a giant pouched rat, trained to detect landmines by charity APOPO. He has discovered 39 landmines and 28 items of unexploded ordnance to date, making him the charity’s most successful HeroRAT.
During his career he has helped clear over 141,000 square metres of land (the equivalent of twenty football pitches), making it safe for local people.
Magawa was formally presented with his unique miniature PDSA Gold Medal – the animal equivalent of the George Cross – via a live link between Cambodia and the UK on September 25th by the vet charity’s Director General. He is the first rat in the charity’s 77 year history of honouring animals to receive a PDSA Medal – joining a line-up of brave dogs, horses, pigeons and a cat.
Commenting on the award, PDSA Director General Jan McLoughlin, said: “The work of HeroRAT Magawa and APOPO is truly unique and outstanding.
“Cambodia estimates that between 4 and 6 million landmines were laid in the country between 1975 and 1998, which have sadly caused over 64,000 casualties.
“HeroRAT Magawa’s work directly saves and changes the lives of men, women and children who are impacted by these landmines. Every discovery he makes reduces the risk of injury or death for local people.
“The PDSA Animal Awards programme seeks to raise the status of animals in society and honour the incredible contribution they make to our lives. Magawa’s dedication, skill and bravery are an extraordinary example of this and deserve the highest possible recognition. We are thrilled to award him the PDSA Gold Medal.”
When: 02 Oct 2020
Credit: PDSA/Cover Images
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FEATURE - Landminen aufspürende Ratte erhält Goldmedaille für Tapferkeit
A rat with a nose for detecting dangerous landmines has been awarded a medal for his bravery.
The tiny creature's work in Cambodia, which has transformed the lives of the country’s citizens, has earned him the PDSA Gold Medal for his life-saving bravery and devotion to duty.
HeroRAT Magawa is a giant pouched rat, trained to detect landmines by charity APOPO. He has discovered 39 landmines and 28 items of unexploded ordnance to date, making him the charity’s most successful HeroRAT.
During his career he has helped clear over 141,000 square metres of land (the equivalent of twenty football pitches), making it safe for local people.
Magawa was formally presented with his unique miniature PDSA Gold Medal – the animal equivalent of the George Cross – via a live link between Cambodia and the UK on September 25th by the vet charity’s Director General. He is the first rat in the charity’s 77 year history of honouring animals to receive a PDSA Medal – joining a line-up of brave dogs, horses, pigeons and a cat.
Commenting on the award, PDSA Director General Jan McLoughlin, said: “The work of HeroRAT Magawa and APOPO is truly unique and outstanding.
“Cambodia estimates that between 4 and 6 million landmines were laid in the country between 1975 and 1998, which have sadly caused over 64,000 casualties.
“HeroRAT Magawa’s work directly saves and changes the lives of men, women and children who are impacted by these landmines. Every discovery he makes reduces the risk of injury or death for local people.
“The PDSA Animal Awards programme seeks to raise the status of animals in society and honour the incredible contribution they make to our lives. Magawa’s dedication, skill and bravery are an extraordinary example of this and deserve the highest possible recognition. We are thrilled to award him the PDSA Gold Medal.”
When: 02 Oct 2020
Credit: PDSA/Cover Images
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FEATURE - Landminen aufspürende Ratte erhält Goldmedaille für Tapferkeit
A rat with a nose for detecting dangerous landmines has been awarded a medal for his bravery.
The tiny creature's work in Cambodia, which has transformed the lives of the country’s citizens, has earned him the PDSA Gold Medal for his life-saving bravery and devotion to duty.
HeroRAT Magawa is a giant pouched rat, trained to detect landmines by charity APOPO. He has discovered 39 landmines and 28 items of unexploded ordnance to date, making him the charity’s most successful HeroRAT.
During his career he has helped clear over 141,000 square metres of land (the equivalent of twenty football pitches), making it safe for local people.
Magawa was formally presented with his unique miniature PDSA Gold Medal – the animal equivalent of the George Cross – via a live link between Cambodia and the UK on September 25th by the vet charity’s Director General. He is the first rat in the charity’s 77 year history of honouring animals to receive a PDSA Medal – joining a line-up of brave dogs, horses, pigeons and a cat.
Commenting on the award, PDSA Director General Jan McLoughlin, said: “The work of HeroRAT Magawa and APOPO is truly unique and outstanding.
“Cambodia estimates that between 4 and 6 million landmines were laid in the country between 1975 and 1998, which have sadly caused over 64,000 casualties.
“HeroRAT Magawa’s work directly saves and changes the lives of men, women and children who are impacted by these landmines. Every discovery he makes reduces the risk of injury or death for local people.
“The PDSA Animal Awards programme seeks to raise the status of animals in society and honour the incredible contribution they make to our lives. Magawa’s dedication, skill and bravery are an extraordinary example of this and deserve the highest possible recognition. We are thrilled to award him the PDSA Gold Medal.”
When: 02 Oct 2020
Credit: PDSA/Cover Images
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FEATURE - Landminen aufspürende Ratte erhält Goldmedaille für Tapferkeit
A rat with a nose for detecting dangerous landmines has been awarded a medal for his bravery.
The tiny creature's work in Cambodia, which has transformed the lives of the country’s citizens, has earned him the PDSA Gold Medal for his life-saving bravery and devotion to duty.
HeroRAT Magawa is a giant pouched rat, trained to detect landmines by charity APOPO. He has discovered 39 landmines and 28 items of unexploded ordnance to date, making him the charity’s most successful HeroRAT.
During his career he has helped clear over 141,000 square metres of land (the equivalent of twenty football pitches), making it safe for local people.
Magawa was formally presented with his unique miniature PDSA Gold Medal – the animal equivalent of the George Cross – via a live link between Cambodia and the UK on September 25th by the vet charity’s Director General. He is the first rat in the charity’s 77 year history of honouring animals to receive a PDSA Medal – joining a line-up of brave dogs, horses, pigeons and a cat.
Commenting on the award, PDSA Director General Jan McLoughlin, said: “The work of HeroRAT Magawa and APOPO is truly unique and outstanding.
“Cambodia estimates that between 4 and 6 million landmines were laid in the country between 1975 and 1998, which have sadly caused over 64,000 casualties.
“HeroRAT Magawa’s work directly saves and changes the lives of men, women and children who are impacted by these landmines. Every discovery he makes reduces the risk of injury or death for local people.
“The PDSA Animal Awards programme seeks to raise the status of animals in society and honour the incredible contribution they make to our lives. Magawa’s dedication, skill and bravery are an extraordinary example of this and deserve the highest possible recognition. We are thrilled to award him the PDSA Gold Medal.”
When: 02 Oct 2020
Credit: PDSA/Cover Images
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FEATURE - Landminen aufspürende Ratte erhält Goldmedaille für Tapferkeit
A rat with a nose for detecting dangerous landmines has been awarded a medal for his bravery.
The tiny creature's work in Cambodia, which has transformed the lives of the country’s citizens, has earned him the PDSA Gold Medal for his life-saving bravery and devotion to duty.
HeroRAT Magawa is a giant pouched rat, trained to detect landmines by charity APOPO. He has discovered 39 landmines and 28 items of unexploded ordnance to date, making him the charity’s most successful HeroRAT.
During his career he has helped clear over 141,000 square metres of land (the equivalent of twenty football pitches), making it safe for local people.
Magawa was formally presented with his unique miniature PDSA Gold Medal – the animal equivalent of the George Cross – via a live link between Cambodia and the UK on September 25th by the vet charity’s Director General. He is the first rat in the charity’s 77 year history of honouring animals to receive a PDSA Medal – joining a line-up of brave dogs, horses, pigeons and a cat.
Commenting on the award, PDSA Director General Jan McLoughlin, said: “The work of HeroRAT Magawa and APOPO is truly unique and outstanding.
“Cambodia estimates that between 4 and 6 million landmines were laid in the country between 1975 and 1998, which have sadly caused over 64,000 casualties.
“HeroRAT Magawa’s work directly saves and changes the lives of men, women and children who are impacted by these landmines. Every discovery he makes reduces the risk of injury or death for local people.
“The PDSA Animal Awards programme seeks to raise the status of animals in society and honour the incredible contribution they make to our lives. Magawa’s dedication, skill and bravery are an extraordinary example of this and deserve the highest possible recognition. We are thrilled to award him the PDSA Gold Medal.”
When: 02 Oct 2020
Credit: PDSA/Cover Images
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FEATURE - Koala und Wombat werden in der Isolation im australischen Zoo beste Freunde
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A koala and wombat have struck up an unlikely friendship during the coronavirus lockdown.
Elsa the koala and Hope the wombat surprised zookeepers when they became inseparable during a temporary closure of the Australian Reptile Park through April and May.
Elsa and Hope's friendship began when the wombat was allowed into the koala enclosure to enjoy new leaves left by the zoo supervisors.
The marsupials were hand raised by keepers at the Australian Reptile Park which is about an hour north of Sydney.
Curator Hayley Shute said: "Hope is a little ray of sunshine and we just knew the two of them would enjoy getting to know each other.'
"It makes for one cute video that's for sure! It's a very special friendship these two have formed and I can't wait to see it continue to blossom."
Staff at the park said they now refer to the koala and wombat as "lockdown BFFs" and are allowing them to see each other every day.
"Elsa and Hope are great ambassadors for Australian wildlife and our wildlife needs all the help it can get," said Ms Shute.
"Our iconic koala is sadly experiencing a large decline in numbers due, in part, to the tragic bush fires we had earlier this year and they're on the trajectory to be extinct in the wild by 2050."
The Australian Reptile Park has now reopened and is again welcoming visitors as Australia's coronavirus infection rate remains stable at less than 35 new cases a day for more than a month.
Where: Somersby, New South Wales, Australia
When: 10 Jun 2020
Credit: Australian Reptile Park/Cover Images
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FEATURE - Koala und Wombat werden in der Isolation im australischen Zoo beste Freunde
**VIDEO AVAILABLE. CONTACT INFO@COVERMG.COM TO RECEIVE.**
A koala and wombat have struck up an unlikely friendship during the coronavirus lockdown.
Elsa the koala and Hope the wombat surprised zookeepers when they became inseparable during a temporary closure of the Australian Reptile Park through April and May.
Elsa and Hope's friendship began when the wombat was allowed into the koala enclosure to enjoy new leaves left by the zoo supervisors.
The marsupials were hand raised by keepers at the Australian Reptile Park which is about an hour north of Sydney.
Curator Hayley Shute said: "Hope is a little ray of sunshine and we just knew the two of them would enjoy getting to know each other.'
"It makes for one cute video that's for sure! It's a very special friendship these two have formed and I can't wait to see it continue to blossom."
Staff at the park said they now refer to the koala and wombat as "lockdown BFFs" and are allowing them to see each other every day.
"Elsa and Hope are great ambassadors for Australian wildlife and our wildlife needs all the help it can get," said Ms Shute.
"Our iconic koala is sadly experiencing a large decline in numbers due, in part, to the tragic bush fires we had earlier this year and they're on the trajectory to be extinct in the wild by 2050."
The Australian Reptile Park has now reopened and is again welcoming visitors as Australia's coronavirus infection rate remains stable at less than 35 new cases a day for more than a month.
Where: Somersby, New South Wales, Australia
When: 10 Jun 2020
Credit: Australian Reptile Park/Cover Images
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FEATURE - Pinguine machen einen Tagesausflug zu Kunstmuseum in Missouri
An art museum in Missouri closed due to lockdown has given a private viewing to some special visitors: three Peruvian penguins from a nearby zoo.
Kansas City’s Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, welcomed Bubbles (5), Maggie (7), and Berkley (8) in to wander its empty halls as the state’s lockdown measures keep public spaces closed to humans.
CEO Julián Zugazagoitia welcomed the “special friends” from the zoo, who waddled around quietly in a two-foot-tall phalanx to peruse the works on display, stopping here and there.
The Nelson-Atkins boasts an internationally renowned collection of art from across the world, with more than 34,000 objects including African art and sculpture spanning two millennia, a vast Asian collection, and paintings by European masters from El Greco to Reubens to Van Gogh.
According to the zoo’s CEO, Randy Wisthoff, a trip to the museum, it seems, was just the thing to lift their spirits and open their minds.
“Taking care of wild animals at the Kansas City Zoo, we’re always looking to enrich their lives and stimulate their days,” he said.
“And during this shutdown period, our animals really miss having visitors come out and see them.”
Mr Zugazagoitia said they made their feelings clear enough.
“We’re seeing how they’re reacting to art. They seem to react much better to Caravaggio than Monet. And these are Peruvian penguins, so we were speaking a bit in Spanish, and they really appreciated art history.”
The museum and the zoo examined everything before the visit to make sure it was safe for the birds.
Julian told TIME that he was worried about their visit going smoothly but is pleased that it brought a smile to some people at this time.
He said: "It really brought us joy, and I think it brings the community together when the love of animals and the empathy we feel for them is also reinforced by the love that we feel for art."
Where: Kansas City, Missouri, United States
When: 19 May 2020
Credit: The Nelson-Atki
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FEATURE - Pinguine machen einen Tagesausflug zu Kunstmuseum in Missouri
An art museum in Missouri closed due to lockdown has given a private viewing to some special visitors: three Peruvian penguins from a nearby zoo.
Kansas City’s Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, welcomed Bubbles (5), Maggie (7), and Berkley (8) in to wander its empty halls as the state’s lockdown measures keep public spaces closed to humans.
CEO Julián Zugazagoitia welcomed the “special friends” from the zoo, who waddled around quietly in a two-foot-tall phalanx to peruse the works on display, stopping here and there.
The Nelson-Atkins boasts an internationally renowned collection of art from across the world, with more than 34,000 objects including African art and sculpture spanning two millennia, a vast Asian collection, and paintings by European masters from El Greco to Reubens to Van Gogh.
According to the zoo’s CEO, Randy Wisthoff, a trip to the museum, it seems, was just the thing to lift their spirits and open their minds.
“Taking care of wild animals at the Kansas City Zoo, we’re always looking to enrich their lives and stimulate their days,” he said.
“And during this shutdown period, our animals really miss having visitors come out and see them.”
Mr Zugazagoitia said they made their feelings clear enough.
“We’re seeing how they’re reacting to art. They seem to react much better to Caravaggio than Monet. And these are Peruvian penguins, so we were speaking a bit in Spanish, and they really appreciated art history.”
The museum and the zoo examined everything before the visit to make sure it was safe for the birds.
Julian told TIME that he was worried about their visit going smoothly but is pleased that it brought a smile to some people at this time.
He said: "It really brought us joy, and I think it brings the community together when the love of animals and the empathy we feel for them is also reinforced by the love that we feel for art."
Where: Kansas City, Missouri, United States
When: 19 May 2020
Credit: The Nelson-Atki
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FEATURE - Pinguine machen einen Tagesausflug zu Kunstmuseum in Missouri
An art museum in Missouri closed due to lockdown has given a private viewing to some special visitors: three Peruvian penguins from a nearby zoo.
Kansas City’s Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, welcomed Bubbles (5), Maggie (7), and Berkley (8) in to wander its empty halls as the state’s lockdown measures keep public spaces closed to humans.
CEO Julián Zugazagoitia welcomed the “special friends” from the zoo, who waddled around quietly in a two-foot-tall phalanx to peruse the works on display, stopping here and there.
The Nelson-Atkins boasts an internationally renowned collection of art from across the world, with more than 34,000 objects including African art and sculpture spanning two millennia, a vast Asian collection, and paintings by European masters from El Greco to Reubens to Van Gogh.
According to the zoo’s CEO, Randy Wisthoff, a trip to the museum, it seems, was just the thing to lift their spirits and open their minds.
“Taking care of wild animals at the Kansas City Zoo, we’re always looking to enrich their lives and stimulate their days,” he said.
“And during this shutdown period, our animals really miss having visitors come out and see them.”
Mr Zugazagoitia said they made their feelings clear enough.
“We’re seeing how they’re reacting to art. They seem to react much better to Caravaggio than Monet. And these are Peruvian penguins, so we were speaking a bit in Spanish, and they really appreciated art history.”
The museum and the zoo examined everything before the visit to make sure it was safe for the birds.
Julian told TIME that he was worried about their visit going smoothly but is pleased that it brought a smile to some people at this time.
He said: "It really brought us joy, and I think it brings the community together when the love of animals and the empathy we feel for them is also reinforced by the love that we feel for art."
Where: Kansas City, Missouri, United States
When: 19 May 2020
Credit: The Nelson-Atki
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FEATURE - Pinguine machen einen Tagesausflug zu Kunstmuseum in Missouri
An art museum in Missouri closed due to lockdown has given a private viewing to some special visitors: three Peruvian penguins from a nearby zoo.
Kansas City’s Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, welcomed Bubbles (5), Maggie (7), and Berkley (8) in to wander its empty halls as the state’s lockdown measures keep public spaces closed to humans.
CEO Julián Zugazagoitia welcomed the “special friends” from the zoo, who waddled around quietly in a two-foot-tall phalanx to peruse the works on display, stopping here and there.
The Nelson-Atkins boasts an internationally renowned collection of art from across the world, with more than 34,000 objects including African art and sculpture spanning two millennia, a vast Asian collection, and paintings by European masters from El Greco to Reubens to Van Gogh.
According to the zoo’s CEO, Randy Wisthoff, a trip to the museum, it seems, was just the thing to lift their spirits and open their minds.
“Taking care of wild animals at the Kansas City Zoo, we’re always looking to enrich their lives and stimulate their days,” he said.
“And during this shutdown period, our animals really miss having visitors come out and see them.”
Mr Zugazagoitia said they made their feelings clear enough.
“We’re seeing how they’re reacting to art. They seem to react much better to Caravaggio than Monet. And these are Peruvian penguins, so we were speaking a bit in Spanish, and they really appreciated art history.”
The museum and the zoo examined everything before the visit to make sure it was safe for the birds.
Julian told TIME that he was worried about their visit going smoothly but is pleased that it brought a smile to some people at this time.
He said: "It really brought us joy, and I think it brings the community together when the love of animals and the empathy we feel for them is also reinforced by the love that we feel for art."
Where: Kansas City, Missouri, United States
When: 19 May 2020
Credit: The Nelson-Atki
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FEATURE - Pinguine machen einen Tagesausflug zu Kunstmuseum in Missouri
An art museum in Missouri closed due to lockdown has given a private viewing to some special visitors: three Peruvian penguins from a nearby zoo.
Kansas City’s Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, welcomed Bubbles (5), Maggie (7), and Berkley (8) in to wander its empty halls as the state’s lockdown measures keep public spaces closed to humans.
CEO Julián Zugazagoitia welcomed the “special friends” from the zoo, who waddled around quietly in a two-foot-tall phalanx to peruse the works on display, stopping here and there.
The Nelson-Atkins boasts an internationally renowned collection of art from across the world, with more than 34,000 objects including African art and sculpture spanning two millennia, a vast Asian collection, and paintings by European masters from El Greco to Reubens to Van Gogh.
According to the zoo’s CEO, Randy Wisthoff, a trip to the museum, it seems, was just the thing to lift their spirits and open their minds.
“Taking care of wild animals at the Kansas City Zoo, we’re always looking to enrich their lives and stimulate their days,” he said.
“And during this shutdown period, our animals really miss having visitors come out and see them.”
Mr Zugazagoitia said they made their feelings clear enough.
“We’re seeing how they’re reacting to art. They seem to react much better to Caravaggio than Monet. And these are Peruvian penguins, so we were speaking a bit in Spanish, and they really appreciated art history.”
The museum and the zoo examined everything before the visit to make sure it was safe for the birds.
Julian told TIME that he was worried about their visit going smoothly but is pleased that it brought a smile to some people at this time.
He said: "It really brought us joy, and I think it brings the community together when the love of animals and the empathy we feel for them is also reinforced by the love that we feel for art."
Where: Kansas City, Missouri, United States
When: 19 May 2020
Credit: The Nelson-Atki
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FEATURE - Pinguine machen einen Tagesausflug zu Kunstmuseum in Missouri
An art museum in Missouri closed due to lockdown has given a private viewing to some special visitors: three Peruvian penguins from a nearby zoo.
Kansas City’s Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, welcomed Bubbles (5), Maggie (7), and Berkley (8) in to wander its empty halls as the state’s lockdown measures keep public spaces closed to humans.
CEO Julián Zugazagoitia welcomed the “special friends” from the zoo, who waddled around quietly in a two-foot-tall phalanx to peruse the works on display, stopping here and there.
The Nelson-Atkins boasts an internationally renowned collection of art from across the world, with more than 34,000 objects including African art and sculpture spanning two millennia, a vast Asian collection, and paintings by European masters from El Greco to Reubens to Van Gogh.
According to the zoo’s CEO, Randy Wisthoff, a trip to the museum, it seems, was just the thing to lift their spirits and open their minds.
“Taking care of wild animals at the Kansas City Zoo, we’re always looking to enrich their lives and stimulate their days,” he said.
“And during this shutdown period, our animals really miss having visitors come out and see them.”
Mr Zugazagoitia said they made their feelings clear enough.
“We’re seeing how they’re reacting to art. They seem to react much better to Caravaggio than Monet. And these are Peruvian penguins, so we were speaking a bit in Spanish, and they really appreciated art history.”
The museum and the zoo examined everything before the visit to make sure it was safe for the birds.
Julian told TIME that he was worried about their visit going smoothly but is pleased that it brought a smile to some people at this time.
He said: "It really brought us joy, and I think it brings the community together when the love of animals and the empathy we feel for them is also reinforced by the love that we feel for art."
Where: Kansas City, Missouri, United States
When: 19 May 2020
Credit: The Nelson-Atki
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FEATURE - Pinguine machen einen Tagesausflug zu Kunstmuseum in Missouri
An art museum in Missouri closed due to lockdown has given a private viewing to some special visitors: three Peruvian penguins from a nearby zoo.
Kansas City’s Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, welcomed Bubbles (5), Maggie (7), and Berkley (8) in to wander its empty halls as the state’s lockdown measures keep public spaces closed to humans.
CEO Julián Zugazagoitia welcomed the “special friends” from the zoo, who waddled around quietly in a two-foot-tall phalanx to peruse the works on display, stopping here and there.
The Nelson-Atkins boasts an internationally renowned collection of art from across the world, with more than 34,000 objects including African art and sculpture spanning two millennia, a vast Asian collection, and paintings by European masters from El Greco to Reubens to Van Gogh.
According to the zoo’s CEO, Randy Wisthoff, a trip to the museum, it seems, was just the thing to lift their spirits and open their minds.
“Taking care of wild animals at the Kansas City Zoo, we’re always looking to enrich their lives and stimulate their days,” he said.
“And during this shutdown period, our animals really miss having visitors come out and see them.”
Mr Zugazagoitia said they made their feelings clear enough.
“We’re seeing how they’re reacting to art. They seem to react much better to Caravaggio than Monet. And these are Peruvian penguins, so we were speaking a bit in Spanish, and they really appreciated art history.”
The museum and the zoo examined everything before the visit to make sure it was safe for the birds.
Julian told TIME that he was worried about their visit going smoothly but is pleased that it brought a smile to some people at this time.
He said: "It really brought us joy, and I think it brings the community together when the love of animals and the empathy we feel for them is also reinforced by the love that we feel for art."
Where: Kansas City, Missouri, United States
When: 19 May 2020
Credit: The Nelson-Atki
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FEATURE - Pinguine machen einen Tagesausflug zu Kunstmuseum in Missouri
An art museum in Missouri closed due to lockdown has given a private viewing to some special visitors: three Peruvian penguins from a nearby zoo.
Kansas City’s Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, welcomed Bubbles (5), Maggie (7), and Berkley (8) in to wander its empty halls as the state’s lockdown measures keep public spaces closed to humans.
CEO Julián Zugazagoitia welcomed the “special friends” from the zoo, who waddled around quietly in a two-foot-tall phalanx to peruse the works on display, stopping here and there.
The Nelson-Atkins boasts an internationally renowned collection of art from across the world, with more than 34,000 objects including African art and sculpture spanning two millennia, a vast Asian collection, and paintings by European masters from El Greco to Reubens to Van Gogh.
According to the zoo’s CEO, Randy Wisthoff, a trip to the museum, it seems, was just the thing to lift their spirits and open their minds.
“Taking care of wild animals at the Kansas City Zoo, we’re always looking to enrich their lives and stimulate their days,” he said.
“And during this shutdown period, our animals really miss having visitors come out and see them.”
Mr Zugazagoitia said they made their feelings clear enough.
“We’re seeing how they’re reacting to art. They seem to react much better to Caravaggio than Monet. And these are Peruvian penguins, so we were speaking a bit in Spanish, and they really appreciated art history.”
The museum and the zoo examined everything before the visit to make sure it was safe for the birds.
Julian told TIME that he was worried about their visit going smoothly but is pleased that it brought a smile to some people at this time.
He said: "It really brought us joy, and I think it brings the community together when the love of animals and the empathy we feel for them is also reinforced by the love that we feel for art."
Where: Kansas City, Missouri, United States
When: 19 May 2020
Credit: The Nelson-Atki
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FEATURE - Pinguine machen einen Tagesausflug zu Kunstmuseum in Missouri
An art museum in Missouri closed due to lockdown has given a private viewing to some special visitors: three Peruvian penguins from a nearby zoo.
Kansas City’s Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, welcomed Bubbles (5), Maggie (7), and Berkley (8) in to wander its empty halls as the state’s lockdown measures keep public spaces closed to humans.
CEO Julián Zugazagoitia welcomed the “special friends” from the zoo, who waddled around quietly in a two-foot-tall phalanx to peruse the works on display, stopping here and there.
The Nelson-Atkins boasts an internationally renowned collection of art from across the world, with more than 34,000 objects including African art and sculpture spanning two millennia, a vast Asian collection, and paintings by European masters from El Greco to Reubens to Van Gogh.
According to the zoo’s CEO, Randy Wisthoff, a trip to the museum, it seems, was just the thing to lift their spirits and open their minds.
“Taking care of wild animals at the Kansas City Zoo, we’re always looking to enrich their lives and stimulate their days,” he said.
“And during this shutdown period, our animals really miss having visitors come out and see them.”
Mr Zugazagoitia said they made their feelings clear enough.
“We’re seeing how they’re reacting to art. They seem to react much better to Caravaggio than Monet. And these are Peruvian penguins, so we were speaking a bit in Spanish, and they really appreciated art history.”
The museum and the zoo examined everything before the visit to make sure it was safe for the birds.
Julian told TIME that he was worried about their visit going smoothly but is pleased that it brought a smile to some people at this time.
He said: "It really brought us joy, and I think it brings the community together when the love of animals and the empathy we feel for them is also reinforced by the love that we feel for art."
Where: Kansas City, Missouri, United States
When: 19 May 2020
Credit: The Nelson-Atki
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FEATURE - Pinguine machen einen Tagesausflug zu Kunstmuseum in Missouri
An art museum in Missouri closed due to lockdown has given a private viewing to some special visitors: three Peruvian penguins from a nearby zoo.
Kansas City’s Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, welcomed Bubbles (5), Maggie (7), and Berkley (8) in to wander its empty halls as the state’s lockdown measures keep public spaces closed to humans.
CEO Julián Zugazagoitia welcomed the “special friends” from the zoo, who waddled around quietly in a two-foot-tall phalanx to peruse the works on display, stopping here and there.
The Nelson-Atkins boasts an internationally renowned collection of art from across the world, with more than 34,000 objects including African art and sculpture spanning two millennia, a vast Asian collection, and paintings by European masters from El Greco to Reubens to Van Gogh.
According to the zoo’s CEO, Randy Wisthoff, a trip to the museum, it seems, was just the thing to lift their spirits and open their minds.
“Taking care of wild animals at the Kansas City Zoo, we’re always looking to enrich their lives and stimulate their days,” he said.
“And during this shutdown period, our animals really miss having visitors come out and see them.”
Mr Zugazagoitia said they made their feelings clear enough.
“We’re seeing how they’re reacting to art. They seem to react much better to Caravaggio than Monet. And these are Peruvian penguins, so we were speaking a bit in Spanish, and they really appreciated art history.”
The museum and the zoo examined everything before the visit to make sure it was safe for the birds.
Julian told TIME that he was worried about their visit going smoothly but is pleased that it brought a smile to some people at this time.
He said: "It really brought us joy, and I think it brings the community together when the love of animals and the empathy we feel for them is also reinforced by the love that we feel for art."
Where: Kansas City, Missouri, United States
When: 19 May 2020
Credit: The Nelson-Atki
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FEATURE - Pinguine machen einen Tagesausflug zu Kunstmuseum in Missouri
An art museum in Missouri closed due to lockdown has given a private viewing to some special visitors: three Peruvian penguins from a nearby zoo.
Kansas City’s Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, welcomed Bubbles (5), Maggie (7), and Berkley (8) in to wander its empty halls as the state’s lockdown measures keep public spaces closed to humans.
CEO Julián Zugazagoitia welcomed the “special friends” from the zoo, who waddled around quietly in a two-foot-tall phalanx to peruse the works on display, stopping here and there.
The Nelson-Atkins boasts an internationally renowned collection of art from across the world, with more than 34,000 objects including African art and sculpture spanning two millennia, a vast Asian collection, and paintings by European masters from El Greco to Reubens to Van Gogh.
According to the zoo’s CEO, Randy Wisthoff, a trip to the museum, it seems, was just the thing to lift their spirits and open their minds.
“Taking care of wild animals at the Kansas City Zoo, we’re always looking to enrich their lives and stimulate their days,” he said.
“And during this shutdown period, our animals really miss having visitors come out and see them.”
Mr Zugazagoitia said they made their feelings clear enough.
“We’re seeing how they’re reacting to art. They seem to react much better to Caravaggio than Monet. And these are Peruvian penguins, so we were speaking a bit in Spanish, and they really appreciated art history.”
The museum and the zoo examined everything before the visit to make sure it was safe for the birds.
Julian told TIME that he was worried about their visit going smoothly but is pleased that it brought a smile to some people at this time.
He said: "It really brought us joy, and I think it brings the community together when the love of animals and the empathy we feel for them is also reinforced by the love that we feel for art."
Where: Kansas City, Missouri, United States
When: 19 May 2020
Credit: The Nelson-Atki
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FEATURE - Pinguine machen einen Tagesausflug zu Kunstmuseum in Missouri
An art museum in Missouri closed due to lockdown has given a private viewing to some special visitors: three Peruvian penguins from a nearby zoo.
Kansas City’s Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, welcomed Bubbles (5), Maggie (7), and Berkley (8) in to wander its empty halls as the state’s lockdown measures keep public spaces closed to humans.
CEO Julián Zugazagoitia welcomed the “special friends” from the zoo, who waddled around quietly in a two-foot-tall phalanx to peruse the works on display, stopping here and there.
The Nelson-Atkins boasts an internationally renowned collection of art from across the world, with more than 34,000 objects including African art and sculpture spanning two millennia, a vast Asian collection, and paintings by European masters from El Greco to Reubens to Van Gogh.
According to the zoo’s CEO, Randy Wisthoff, a trip to the museum, it seems, was just the thing to lift their spirits and open their minds.
“Taking care of wild animals at the Kansas City Zoo, we’re always looking to enrich their lives and stimulate their days,” he said.
“And during this shutdown period, our animals really miss having visitors come out and see them.”
Mr Zugazagoitia said they made their feelings clear enough.
“We’re seeing how they’re reacting to art. They seem to react much better to Caravaggio than Monet. And these are Peruvian penguins, so we were speaking a bit in Spanish, and they really appreciated art history.”
The museum and the zoo examined everything before the visit to make sure it was safe for the birds.
Julian told TIME that he was worried about their visit going smoothly but is pleased that it brought a smile to some people at this time.
He said: "It really brought us joy, and I think it brings the community together when the love of animals and the empathy we feel for them is also reinforced by the love that we feel for art."
Where: Kansas City, Missouri, United States
When: 19 May 2020
Credit: The Nelson-Atki
(c) Dukas -
DUK10132378_003
FEATURE - Pinguine machen einen Tagesausflug zu Kunstmuseum in Missouri
An art museum in Missouri closed due to lockdown has given a private viewing to some special visitors: three Peruvian penguins from a nearby zoo.
Kansas City’s Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, welcomed Bubbles (5), Maggie (7), and Berkley (8) in to wander its empty halls as the state’s lockdown measures keep public spaces closed to humans.
CEO Julián Zugazagoitia welcomed the “special friends” from the zoo, who waddled around quietly in a two-foot-tall phalanx to peruse the works on display, stopping here and there.
The Nelson-Atkins boasts an internationally renowned collection of art from across the world, with more than 34,000 objects including African art and sculpture spanning two millennia, a vast Asian collection, and paintings by European masters from El Greco to Reubens to Van Gogh.
According to the zoo’s CEO, Randy Wisthoff, a trip to the museum, it seems, was just the thing to lift their spirits and open their minds.
“Taking care of wild animals at the Kansas City Zoo, we’re always looking to enrich their lives and stimulate their days,” he said.
“And during this shutdown period, our animals really miss having visitors come out and see them.”
Mr Zugazagoitia said they made their feelings clear enough.
“We’re seeing how they’re reacting to art. They seem to react much better to Caravaggio than Monet. And these are Peruvian penguins, so we were speaking a bit in Spanish, and they really appreciated art history.”
The museum and the zoo examined everything before the visit to make sure it was safe for the birds.
Julian told TIME that he was worried about their visit going smoothly but is pleased that it brought a smile to some people at this time.
He said: "It really brought us joy, and I think it brings the community together when the love of animals and the empathy we feel for them is also reinforced by the love that we feel for art."
Where: Kansas City, Missouri, United States
When: 19 May 2020
Credit: The Nelson-Atki
(c) Dukas -
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FEATURE - Pinguine machen einen Tagesausflug zu Kunstmuseum in Missouri
An art museum in Missouri closed due to lockdown has given a private viewing to some special visitors: three Peruvian penguins from a nearby zoo.
Kansas City’s Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, welcomed Bubbles (5), Maggie (7), and Berkley (8) in to wander its empty halls as the state’s lockdown measures keep public spaces closed to humans.
CEO Julián Zugazagoitia welcomed the “special friends” from the zoo, who waddled around quietly in a two-foot-tall phalanx to peruse the works on display, stopping here and there.
The Nelson-Atkins boasts an internationally renowned collection of art from across the world, with more than 34,000 objects including African art and sculpture spanning two millennia, a vast Asian collection, and paintings by European masters from El Greco to Reubens to Van Gogh.
According to the zoo’s CEO, Randy Wisthoff, a trip to the museum, it seems, was just the thing to lift their spirits and open their minds.
“Taking care of wild animals at the Kansas City Zoo, we’re always looking to enrich their lives and stimulate their days,” he said.
“And during this shutdown period, our animals really miss having visitors come out and see them.”
Mr Zugazagoitia said they made their feelings clear enough.
“We’re seeing how they’re reacting to art. They seem to react much better to Caravaggio than Monet. And these are Peruvian penguins, so we were speaking a bit in Spanish, and they really appreciated art history.”
The museum and the zoo examined everything before the visit to make sure it was safe for the birds.
Julian told TIME that he was worried about their visit going smoothly but is pleased that it brought a smile to some people at this time.
He said: "It really brought us joy, and I think it brings the community together when the love of animals and the empathy we feel for them is also reinforced by the love that we feel for art."
Where: Kansas City, Missouri, United States
When: 19 May 2020
Credit: The Nelson-Atki
(c) Dukas -
