Several dead wild rabbits found in Herttoniemi, Helsinki
The City of Helsinki has reported a worrying phenomenon in the Herttoniemi area. During the summer, city employees and residents have found several dead wild rabbits in various parts of the district.
Authorities are currently investigating the causes of these incidents. At the moment, there is no certain information regarding what is causing the rabbit deaths. The city has asked residents not to touch the dead animals to avoid the risk of disease.
Wild rabbits have been a familiar sight in Helsinki for a long time, and they live especially in the park areas of eastern Helsinki. The city is monitoring the situation closely and will provide more information as the investigations progress.
Residents are encouraged to report their observations to the city's environmental authorities. It is important that pets are kept on leashes in areas where dead animals have been spotted so that they do not come into contact with potential diseases.