Seagulls Seagulls are now behaving "extremely aggressive" and an urgent warning has been issued warning that they may spread dangerous infections. was given.
Experts are urging people to be vigilant as it is nesting season for gulls and other pests and they are likely to take more threatening behavior to protect young birds.
It also raised the issue of seagull poop, which can be toxic. This can be a bigger problem as birds can mistake skyscrapers for cliff tops and bird droppings can go unnoticed by Britons below.
An infestation of nuisance seagulls is already driving demand for pest control,reports the Irish Mirror.
It may be associated with the British coast, but is increasingly found in urban areas of the country where food waste is more freely available, and has been found to cause problems.
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Getty Images/iStockphoto) 38}Becomes more aggressive to protect fledging chicks. Besides, they may even try to steal food from the populace.
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This can also be caused by surface contamination, inhaling bacteria from dry faeces, or being transferred by bird mites that can bite humans.
Like Rentokil companies have found that their seagull-related services are in high demand. They have issued some guidelines warning of possible dangers around seagulls.
Rentokil's Richard Faulkner said: At this time of the year, seagulls are more active as it is nesting season.
"A major proportion of gull and other pest bird calls this year are coming from urban areas where birds have easy access to food waste, and high-rise buildings are home to gulls and other birds.
"As gulls take care of young fledglings, the birds become very aggressive and defensive.
``They are also more likely to try to steal food from the populace or raid bins for food to take to their nests. can also pose a hazard because they can contain bacteria such as E. coli and Salmonella, which can be caused by contamination of surfaces, inhalation of bacteria from dried faeces, or exposure to both humans and birds. It can lead to spread of infection by infection with bird ticks that can bite.”
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Getty Images/EyeEm)Pest control companies must act in accordance with EU directives and use non-lethal methods.
Faulkner added:
``It is also effective to eliminate access to nesting sites, for example by installing fences on window ledges. The bag must not be left open.
"Another option to consider is the use of fake decoy raptors. If the problem persists, contact a pest control professional." Please consult with your family."
