Vaping squirrel seen 'getting off its nut' may have been 'attracted by fruity flavour'
Dailystar Co Uk
A squirrel filmed appearing to vape has prompted warnings about the dangers of discarded e-cigarettes to wildlife, particularly due to their fruity scents.Summary
Footage of a squirrel seemingly vaping in London has raised concerns from the RSPCA and animal experts about the risks posed by discarded e-cigarettes to wildlife. Experts believe the squirrel was attracted to the device's fruity flavour, and warn that animals may ingest harmful microplastics and nicotine by gnawing on the vapes. The RSPCA highlighted that approximately five million single-use e-cigarettes were discarded weekly in the UK, even after a recent ban on their sale, and are urging people to dispose of litter responsibly to protect animals. The strong, lingering scent of flavours like blueberry can be particularly enticing to animals, leading them to mistake the devices for food.
(Source：Dailystar Co Uk)
