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Discover how late April showers have caused significant agricultural damage in Taiwan, with losses reaching NT$11.84 million. This news story covers the impact on crops like leeks, melons, and rice, and outlines the regional distribution of damages, highlighting the resilience of the agricultural sector.

A Formosan black bear accidentally trapped in Taichung was rescued and transported to a medical care station in Nantou’s Jiji Township by Taiwan’s Forestry and Nature Conservation Agency. The bear’s right forelimb was caught in a trap, and it was unable to free itself. A team of forest rangers hiked uphill for an hour to reach the bear, and with the assistance of a veterinarian, they successfully released it from the trap and treated its wounds. The incident may be related to the bears moving to lower altitudes due to sudden temperature drops. The agency encourages residents to report any bear intrusions or trapped bears and offers assistance with hunting tools for those in mountain villages facing threats to their crops from wild animals.

Discover a unique tourist attraction in Thailand’s Chiang Rai province - paddy field art featuring intricately cultivated cat figures made from different rice varieties. Farmer Tanyapong Jaikham and his team have creatively brought the Thai proverb ＂There is fish in the water and rice in the fields＂ to life through these artistic depictions. With GPS precision, the rice seedlings are strategically placed to form the charming feline poses. This innovative endeavor is expected to draw tens of thousands of visitors, inspiring the younger generation to explore the intersection of art, technology, and agriculture.

A story about the capture of a record number of 400 green iguanas in southern Taiwan has sparked online discussion. One photo, in particular, shows a green iguana kneeling before a Mazu temple in Neipu, Pintung, leading to humorous comments suggesting the iguana was ＂applying to be a divine steed.＂ Experts clarified that while green iguanas pose no threat to humans, they do cause problems for farmers by nibbling on crops. To protect local agriculture, the government has intensified measures to remove these non-native creatures and maintain ecological balance.

The increasing population of green iguanas in southern Taiwan is causing significant damage to crops and fruits, raising concerns among farmers. These iguanas lack natural predators and have a remarkable reproductive capability.