island rabbits photo Photo: Reuters via the Daily Mail

Four years ago, the tiny Scottish island of Canna had a rat problem. The invasive pests were relentless, threatening the island’s native bird colonies and other local wildlife. So, in 2005, the island’s 20 residence called in rat-killing experts for help. Around two years and nearly a million dollars later, Canna is rat-free–but their troubles still remain, albeit in a slightly cuter form. As it turns out… Read the full story on TreeHugger
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