The bat caves reeked of bat. In the murk of the grottoes, in a cave complex west of Bangkok, Thais in headlamps and with flashlights went about their business. Pilgrims to the temple that owns the complex prayed to Buddha figurines in one of the caves, the statues’ carved expressions betraying no reaction to the plip-plop-ploop of bat droppings falling on their shoulders.

A popular hangout for bats, tourists and now Covid sleuths

Since the pandemic took over the world, bats have gone from being just a creature to one of the most important subjects of various studies. It is not solely the scientists and researchers who are how taking interest in these creatures, but even civilians who want to sharpen their knowledge to protect themselves from any other viruses.

Researchers urge scientists to find more about bat viruses

Legendary musician Paul McCartney has slammed China for allowing the operation of the wet markets in the country. These markets have been in news for most believed that the coronavirus outbreak originated from here.

Paul McCartney slams China for opening wet markets amid coronavirus outbreak