Supermarket chain Lidl under fire over alleged sale of "mouse meat" in chilled section
In recent days, there has been a stir on social media platforms, as some users discovered meat packages labelled "Pipistrello 800g" in several Lidl stores across Switzerland. The Italian word for "bat" has sparked speculation about the nature of the meat, leading to questions about whether Lidl was selling bat meat.
However, Lidl has swiftly clarified that the product in question is not bat meat, but chicken meat, specifically chicken wings. The label "bat steak" does not refer to bat meat but to a special piece of pork. Aldi Suisse, too, has stated that bat meat was never sold in their stores, putting an end to a similar rumour that had surfaced about them.
The labels in question have been corrected in all affected stores and in the online prospectus. Lidl has expressed regret for the confusion caused by the label, acknowledging that it was due to a translation error.
The speculation on social media has been wild, with some users expressing disgust and incomprehension. One user described it as "absolutely disgusting" if the packaging contained what it said. However, it's worth noting that consuming bat meat is not common and is considered unusual, similar to eating dog or cat meat. In Germany and other European countries, there are specific regulations regarding the consumption of such meats.
Images of the labels and shelf signs have been shared online, fuelling the initial confusion. Yet, with Lidl and Aldi Suisse's clarifications, it is now clear that no bat meat was ever sold in their stores. Another user commented, "Cave chicken" - a humorous take on the situation, as the confusion has now been resolved.
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