‘It’s a proper jungle’: Rome’s rat and snake infestation blamed on waste problems

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‘It’s a proper jungle’: Rome’s rat and snake infestation blamed on waste problems
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Pest control expert says warmer winters help creatures such as oriental hornets, snakes and rats thrive in the city

Andrea Lunerti , an in-demand animal control afficionado, says the Italian capital needs to get a grip on its waste management.Andrea Lunerti , an in-demand animal control afficionado, says the Italian capital needs to get a grip on its waste management.

“There are many more sightings of snakes than there used to be,” Lunerti said. “The snake population grew exponentially during the winter because the temperature was so warm. They wouldn’t have survived if it had been cold. Then they come to the city from their natural environment because there is a lot of food waste, and where there is food waste there are rats – their main prey.”The most common type of snake found in Rome is the rat snake, although Lunerti has captured four vipers too.

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