Seagulls described as “extremely aggressive” have been terrorizing folks in Ireland by stealing food in public while also spreading bacteria. ADVERTISEMENTOther than being noisier during this time, adult seagulls become overprotective of their offsprings and aggressive at stealing food and harassing humans, as well as raiding trash bins to likewise look for food. As their aggressiveness intensifies, seagulls, along with pigeons and other pest birds, are posing serious health risks by spreading infections through their droppings, the report said, citing pest control provider Rentokil. Their droppings contain E. coli and salmonella bacteria, which can spread through surface contamination or even through inhalation of the dried feces. For one, humans can be infected through bird mites, which can bite both birds and humans, according to the report.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer August 22, 2020 09:56 UTC