Feeling peckish: Shoppers spot unexpected guests snacking at Woolworths
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Supermarkets are not just places where we get our essentials but also venues for people to commune.
Sometimes, a mundane trip to pick up pantry staples can lead to interesting finds and encounters.
In a scene straight out of a comedy show, shoppers at a local Woolworths in Sydney spotted a pair of pigeons indulging in a feast.
A social media user shared the now-viral footage online, as it showed the feathered culprits helping themselves with bird food.
The video had social media users caw in laughter as they saw humour in the situation.
'The cost-of-living crisis is hitting everyone hard,' one quipped as inflation targeted all walks of life—and, in this case, all flights of fancy.
The video had people chirping about 'how smart' the pigeons were to sniff out their preferred snacks.
The pigeons bypassed thousands of products to zero in on the wild bird mix and started pecking away.
'How did they find it?' a commenter asked in amusement.
'Cost of living is turning pigeons into a life of crime,' another commented.
'They just look just like regular customers,' a third added.
Indeed, the pigeons precisely knew the lay of the land—or the store layout.
'It's funny they found the right food and ate only the best, then walked off casually,' a fourth pointed out.
While the footage undoubtedly provided a good laugh, it also raised questions about animal control and hygiene standards in supermarkets.
Woolworths reassured the public that they 'take food safety very seriously' in their stores.
'We work to uphold the highest standards in hygiene,' a Woolworths spokesperson stated.
This is not the first time stores have dealt with uninvited guests.
In a separate incident, Bunnings shoppers spotted a barn owl trapped on the hardware store's ceiling.
After rescuing the owl, Bunnings worked with local animal welfare groups to ensure a safe relocation.
Watch the full footage here:
Source: @jenskinner2100/TikTok
Earlier this year, a Woolworths store in New Zealand closed temporarily after viral footage of rodents in the store caused public concern.
These incidents remind us that wildlife and urban environments intersect unexpectedly.
While it's essential to have a chuckle, ensuring that the stores we frequent are safe and clean for everyone is equally crucial.
So next time you're out shopping, watch for winged shoppers who might be trying to sneak a free lunch!
Have you ever encountered wildlife on your grocery trips? Share your stories in the comments below!
Sometimes, a mundane trip to pick up pantry staples can lead to interesting finds and encounters.
In a scene straight out of a comedy show, shoppers at a local Woolworths in Sydney spotted a pair of pigeons indulging in a feast.
A social media user shared the now-viral footage online, as it showed the feathered culprits helping themselves with bird food.
The video had social media users caw in laughter as they saw humour in the situation.
Two pigeons snacked away at a Woolworths store in Sydney. Image Credit: Tiktok/@jenskinner2100
'The cost-of-living crisis is hitting everyone hard,' one quipped as inflation targeted all walks of life—and, in this case, all flights of fancy.
The video had people chirping about 'how smart' the pigeons were to sniff out their preferred snacks.
The pigeons bypassed thousands of products to zero in on the wild bird mix and started pecking away.
'How did they find it?' a commenter asked in amusement.
'Cost of living is turning pigeons into a life of crime,' another commented.
'They just look just like regular customers,' a third added.
Indeed, the pigeons precisely knew the lay of the land—or the store layout.
'It's funny they found the right food and ate only the best, then walked off casually,' a fourth pointed out.
While the footage undoubtedly provided a good laugh, it also raised questions about animal control and hygiene standards in supermarkets.
Woolworths reassured the public that they 'take food safety very seriously' in their stores.
'We work to uphold the highest standards in hygiene,' a Woolworths spokesperson stated.
This is not the first time stores have dealt with uninvited guests.
In a separate incident, Bunnings shoppers spotted a barn owl trapped on the hardware store's ceiling.
After rescuing the owl, Bunnings worked with local animal welfare groups to ensure a safe relocation.
Watch the full footage here:
Source: @jenskinner2100/TikTok
Earlier this year, a Woolworths store in New Zealand closed temporarily after viral footage of rodents in the store caused public concern.
These incidents remind us that wildlife and urban environments intersect unexpectedly.
While it's essential to have a chuckle, ensuring that the stores we frequent are safe and clean for everyone is equally crucial.
So next time you're out shopping, watch for winged shoppers who might be trying to sneak a free lunch!
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