The agouti, a cat-size rodent, may be sustaining populations of tropical palms, a role formerly occupied by megafauna
Hirsch and his colleagues believe their findings offer some hope for trees in the face of inevitable modern mammalian extinctions. That a humble rodent can step into the role left by long-lost megafauna is a testament to nature's resilience. In the meantime, Hirsch believes we should remember agoutis. The surprising consequences of their behavior make a strong case for protecting these wily rodents.
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Add CommentRodents may be sustaining populations of tropical palms but in cities they're representing a big problem. People usually don't know that by poisoning they could affect owl population or any other predator that is feeding with rodents.
Reply | Report Abuse | Link to thisThere are new ways to keep them away but there aren't so popular among us, such as ultrasonic repellents.
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