Lots of seagulls...

The latest news on seagulls includes some stunning photos taken in Alaska of thousands of seagulls, and of the continuing fight to control seagulls in Devon,

In Alaska, a photographer has taken photos of thousands of seagulls from a helicopter. There are more than 50 species of seagulls worldwide. Of the three main kinds found in Alaska (glaucous-winged gull, glaucous gull and herring gull) here in the UK we would be familiar with the herring gull.

Back in the UK, and particularly in Cornwall and Devon, there is a little less space to share with the seagulls and so there is more conflict.

The East Devon District Council held a "Seagull Summit" to look at ways of tackling the seagull problems in Devon, and are now implementing two initiatives: the use of birds of prey to control seagulls, and the use of stickers to remind people not to feed the gulls. Building owners are also being encouraged to bird proof their roofs in order to deter gulls from nesting.

HT Bird and Pest Control Services can assist with detering seagulls from your business or residential premises in Cornwall or Devon. Please contact us for a free survey and quote. We will be able to advise on your bird proofing requirements, and to recommend a tailored programme using a bird of prey to deter the seagulls. Please contact Kevin McMillan at [email protected] for further details or to arrange a visit.

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