# Goat herds are playing their part in the prevention of wildfires in Spain. Each summer, scorching heat sparks wildfires across southern Europe, ravaging vast swathes of land. In Catalonia last year, despite being in the third year of the worst drought in a century, the number of outbreaks decreased. The regional government attributes this to improved fire prevention measures and goats. The animals are known for their voracious appetites and feeding on thorny plants like cacti or thistles, making them ideal for clearing bush to create natural firebreaks.
Goat herds help with fire prevention in Spain