Welcome to the new HeroRATs site!

HeroRATs are saving lives, sniffing out dangers such as landmines and disease. They are true heroes working hand-in-hand with people to create safer communities and a better world. A trained rat can identify landmines quickly and efficiently, or can sniff out deadly pulmonary tuberculosis faster than traditional laboratory microscopy.

In short, HeroRATs provide a simple, innovative solution to complex problems facing mankind today. They are making the world a safer and healthier place – and you can help them succeed.

HeroRATs is a public campaign to raise awareness about APOPO's work. APOPO's mission is to train and disseminate sniffer rats to save human lives by detecting landmines and disease.