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After Wimbledon wraps each year, thousands of tennis balls that are no longer match-ready get a second life—helping protect one of Britain’s tiniest mammals: the harvest mouse. Conservation….
07/19/25 02:26 AM




…. Conservation groups repurpose the balls by cutting small entry holes and placing them in fields and hedgerows, where the thumb-sized rodents face dwindling natural habitats.
The soft, insulated interiors of these balls offer a safe and weatherproof nesting spot, shielding the mice from predators and harsh conditions. It’s a smart, sustainable way to turn discarded sports gear into lifelines for endangered wildlife.

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* After Wimbledon wraps each year, thousands of tennis balls that are no longer match-ready get a second life—helping protect one of Britain’s tiniest mammals: the harvest mouse. Conservation….
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