They're known for disappearing from the Australian landscape for decades at a time.. feared extinct.

ABC NEWS (Australia) 2022-08-11

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But there's been a big shot of hope for a desert dweller called the Central Rock-Rat, a high stakes helicopter mission to ensure the future of this small, fluffy species.

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