Glittering Vole Mysteries

This chapter humorously explores an experiment with water voles, involving biodegradable glitter to color their droppings for easier identification. Researchers confront the challenges of studying these animals, including their unusual behaviors like coprophagy and the impact of invasive minks. The discussion weaves through absurd solutions, quirky methodologies, and even the unexpected origins and uses of glitter, all while lightheartedly critiquing animal exploitation.