‘Vaping Squirrel’ Viral Video: Clip Showing Animal With Discarded Vape on London Street Sparks Outrage
A viral video of a squirrel with a vape in London has raised concerns from wildlife experts about the dangers of discarded e-cigarettes to urban animals.Summary
A viral video circulating online shows a grey squirrel in Brixton, South London, clutching and gnawing on a discarded e-cigarette. While initially met with humor, the incident has prompted warnings from animal welfare organizations like the RSPCA, highlighting the growing threat of vape waste to urban wildlife. Experts emphasize that the sweet, fruity scents of modern vapes attract animals, leading them to ingest toxic materials like nicotine liquid and corrosive battery components. The RSPCA reports increasing cases of animals harmed by vape waste, including birds and domestic pets. Advocates are calling for stricter disposal protocols and public awareness campaigns to address this emerging environmental crisis and prevent further harm to animals adapting to human environments.
(Source：Latestly)
