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Rathlin Island, off Northern Irelands coast, achieves a world-first in conservation by eradicating feral ferrets, safeguarding its massive seabird colony of over 250,000 birds. The LIFE Raft project, led by the RSPB, successfully removed the ferrets using traps, drones, and a detection dog. Early results show a boost in Manx shearwaters and hope for puffin numbers. The community celebrates the positive impact on tourism, jobs, and poultry keeping. The island now focuses on clearing brown rats and maintaining biosecurity to protect its seabird haven for future generations.

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