Ground Squirrel Patrols Deployed to Meadow in Mladá Boleslav Amidst Human-Caused Harm

A meadow on the edge of Mladá Boleslav, near a residential area and a McDonald's, is riddled with holes, creating a hazardous landscape. The cause is a thriving population of ground squirrels, whose burrowing activity has left the ground pockmarked. The sight of the numerous holes has drawn attention to the unusual abundance of these small rodents.

While the ground squirrels are a natural part of the local ecosystem, their population appears to be booming. This increase, however, is reportedly being worsened by well-intentioned but misguided actions from local residents. People are feeding the animals, which is contributing to the problem and potentially harming the squirrels' natural diet and behavior.

The situation has led to the deployment of 'ground squirrel patrols' by local authorities. These patrols are tasked with monitoring the area and addressing the escalating issue, likely aiming to mitigate the damage to the meadow and find a balance between human activity and the wildlife.