Six helicopters will drop 550 tons of poison on this island in the Indian Ocean: Why a project is spending $10 million on the exercise
Source: Times of India
Category: Technology
Region: Germany
Published: July 10, 2026 at 07:28
๐ Summary
Marion Island faces a massive mouse eradication effort using helicopters and poison. This project aims to protect native seabirds from the invasive rodent population. Helicopters will distribute 550 tons of rodenticide across the island's terrain. An aerial test is planned for April and May 2027 to evaluate the strategy. The eradication is essential for preserving the island's unique biodiversity.