Summary
The animals move in herds, reducing the amount of flammable material on the forest floor.
Officials hope this low‑tech method will complement other fire‑prevention strategies.
Key Points
3 points1
Donkeys naturally consume grasses and shrubs that act as fuel for wildfires.
2
The pilot program is being implemented in several countries to assess effectiveness.
3
Using donkeys offers an eco‑friendly alternative to mechanical clearing.
New Words to Learn
4 wordswildfire
a big fire that spreads quickly in forests
fuel
dry plants that can catch fire easily
pilot program
a small test to see if something works well
eco‑friendly
kind to the environment
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