Britain's homes are being invaded by hungry rats looking for food during the coronavirus outbreak, it has been reported. Rodents are sneaking into houses in search of meals after restaurants closed, experts said.
The British Pest Control Association (BPCA) said around half of the professionals it had polled during lockdown had seen an increase in activity, Essex Live reports.
Natalie Bungay, technical officer for the BPCA, said: "Rats in particular may be becoming more visible in areas of population. "With less footfall across cities and towns there is less associated food waste being left in bins and on the floor. "As a result, rat populations are likely to move further afield to satisfy their need for a food source and this, in turn,