Massacre at Marion: Mouse eradication project gathers pace
The team spearheading an operation to rid Marion Island of mice which are annihilating seabirds and other life say the project’s success is vital for conservation.
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The team spearheading an operation to rid Marion Island of mice which are annihilating seabirds and other life say the project’s success is vital for conservation.
Mice are plaguing tiny, uninhabited Marion Island located southeast of South Africa in the Indian Ocean. The island is home to millions of seabirds, including albatrosses and four species of penguins. But an invasive mouse population is threatening the birds, and they need to go, say conservationists. The World's host Marco Werman speaks to Keith Springer, operations manager
Invasive house mice threaten endangered seabirds and wildlife on Marion Island in Indian Ocean
The largest ever mouse eradication project on Marion Island hopes to protect wandering albatross and other species
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