Seven-foot statue unveiled honoring Magawa, award-winning rat who found more than 100 landmines in Cambodia

In Cambodia, more than 1 million people live and work in areas dotted with landmines, according to BBC News.

In 2020, Magawa received the PDSA Dickin medal for gallantry, which recognizes heroism in animals.

He was the first rat in the organization's history going back to 1943 to win the award.

"During his career, Magawa found over 100 landmines and other explosives, making him APOPO's most successful HeroRAT to date," the organization said in 2022, while announcing his death. "His contribution allows communities in Cambodia to live, work and play without fear of losing life or limb."

Cambodia has the highest rate of landmine amputees per capita of any country.

APOPO added, "Every discovery he made reduced the risk of injury or death for the people of Cambodia."