Rats are turning to cannibalism as their food supply desperately runs short during coronavirus lockdown, say experts. With humans stuck inside for weeks and many food outlets not operating, rodents are becoming more aggressive in their scavenging habits, according to the US' Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
And as society slowly begins to re-open, the health body is warning people to be on their guard thanks to an "increase in rodent activity". “Community-wide closures have led to a decrease in food available to rodents, especially in dense commercial areas,” the CDC said. “Some jurisdictions have reported an increase in rodent activity as rodents search for new sources of food. "Environmental health and rodent control