Coronavirus: Hong Kong authorities say mass cull of hamsters may spread virus sparks outrage –


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2 hours ago Hong Kong is experiencing a new wave of the new crown epidemic, and the authorities recently raided a pet store and took some hamsters for humane treatment. About 2,000 hamsters and other small mammals will be culled. People gathered outside the store to watch as the animals were being transported in boxes. A petition was posted online against the move by the authorities. Authorities have issued a circular requiring anyone who purchased a hamster at a local pet store on or after December 22 last year to send the hamster for humane treatment. Some medical experts said...