Scientists eye electronic nose as potential ‘game changer’ to combat wildlife trafficking

It doesn’t sound like a great defence strategy, but a lizard’s scent may be its best weapon against the growing threat of wildlife poaching.

A team of Australian researchers is working on the development of an electronic nose which scientists believe could be a “game changer” in preventing the smuggling of native wildlife out of the country.

The device will essentially replicate the behaviour of sniffer dogs and be used by customs and mail authorities to find wildlife hidden in parcels and luggage.

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