I have observed a number of these lanterns on the heath. It would seem sensible to remove them if you happen to come across any.
Perhaps HWT would care to comment.
Sunday 20 December 2009
I read a report in last week's papers about a cow, in the north west of England I believe, that had died a rather painful death. The cause was attributed to its having eaten a chinese lantern. It stated that cattle are attracted to these devices because of the bamboo they contain. From this I assume that the paper envelope is, or can be, made of bamboo pulp. Death was caused by a wire in the lantern which penetrated the animal's gut. The report also suggested that this was not the first such incident in this country.
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ReplyDeleteThanks for the comments. These lanterns are a hazard in a number of ways - I have heard tales of them starting heath fires when they descend.
The cattle are liable to try and eat all sorts of rubbish (as we have found out to our cost) so it is certainly in our interest to keep these areas clear. Maybe we should organise another clear up as we did last year.
Thanks
Alex