Video: Squirrels 'Vaping' Discarded E-Cigarettes Due to Fruity Aromas
Squirrels are being attracted to discarded e-cigarettes due to their fruity scents, mistaking them for food and potentially ingesting harmful substances.Summary
A recent viral video highlighted the concerning behavior of squirrels in London “vaping” discarded e-cigarettes. Experts believe the animals are drawn to the fruity aromas of the devices, leading them to nibble on the plastic mouthpieces. Craig Shuttleworth, a red squirrel expert at Bangor University, explained that consuming vape components, including microplastics and nicotine, is dangerous as it's outside their natural diet. The RSPCA has issued a warning about the hazards of discarded litter to wildlife and urged people to dispose of e-cigarettes responsibly. This issue isn't limited to squirrels; birds and even pets have been affected, with the Veterinary Poisons Information Service reporting hundreds of vape-related incidents since 2017.
(Source：Breitbart News Network)
