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@didyouknow · September 19, 2026

Photo by Did You Know on September 19, 2026. May be an image of tennis, ball, racket and text that says 'DID YOU KNOW EVERY YEAR WIMBLEDON TURNS TENNIS BALLS INTO HOMES FOR HARVEST MICE'.

Photo by Did You Know on September 19, 2026. May be an image of rat, nest, bird feeder, wool and text.

Photo by Did You Know on September 19, 2026. May be an image of rodent and text.

Photo by Did You Know on September 19, 2026. May be an image of tennis, ball and text.

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Explore the remarkable initiative at Wimbledon, where used tennis balls are repurposed into habitats for the endangered harvest mouse. Every year, approximately 55,000 tennis balls are collected post-tournament and transformed by wildlife organizations into diminutive shelters for these vulnerable creatures. Each ball, expertly modified with small openings, is strategically placed in hedgerows and meadows, ideal environments for the harvest mouse. This practice not only safeguards these creatures from predators and inclement weather but also addresses the ongoing challenge of habitat loss. Such efforts exemplify a unique blend of sports and sustainability, showcasing an innovative reuse of materials that inspires both conservationists and sports enthusiasts alike.