Key insights
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Ecosystem Recovery
Removing invasive rats leads to the recovery of native species and habitats.
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Seabird Population Growth
Increased seabird populations enhance nutrient cycling in ecosystems.
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Coral Reef Resilience
Coral reefs near rat-free islands grow faster and recover better from bleaching.
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Climate Change Mitigation
Restoring islands helps combat climate change impacts on atolls.
 
Takeaways
The successful removal of rats demonstrates the potential for targeted conservation efforts to restore ecosystems and enhance biodiversity.