"Experts are unsure whether the squirrels are simply biting on the plastic, or consuming the smoke or the vape liquid. However, they suspect the animals are being drawn to the devices after mistaking the fruity smells for food."
"'I imagine the squirrel is interested in the vape liquid inside, which is exuding an odour and attracting it. The squirrel can smell the liquid and likely thinks it is a food source, so is trying to find a way into the vape.'"
"'The other noticeable thing about the vapes I've picked up is the strong smell, even long after they've been used. The one I took apart still smells strongly of blueberry, over three months since I picked it up.'"
"'So far, we've heard about a bird in New Zealand who was poisoned and died after swallowing a vape, and we've seen pictures of a squirrel in Wales interacting with vapes.'"
Squirrels have begun interacting with vaping devices, mistaking their fruity smells for food. Social media has shown various instances of squirrels with vapes. Experts are uncertain if squirrels are consuming vape liquid or just biting the devices. Kay Haw from the UK Squirrel Accord suggests that the odor of vape liquid attracts squirrels. Evie Button from the RSPCA noted that the strong smell of vapes persists long after use, raising concerns about wildlife mistaking them for food. Other animals, including birds, have also been reported interacting with vapes.
Read at Mail Online
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