AIBU to ask what works to keep nesting seagulls away?

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WeddingInvitation · 26/06/2026 08:05

Got 2 seagulls who are nesting on the roof and are now invading the garden, found on of them in the back door in the kitchen this morning. The dog scares them away but she’s upstairs on her back by the fan cooling her privates and declined to come downstairs.

what works to scare fucking seagulls.

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Mumteedum · 26/06/2026 08:10

Very little in my experience. They nest on buildings at work.a guy comes round with a hawk now and again which freaks them out and then they just come back. Building opposite has some daft hawk statue. Again does nothing after about 5 minutes.

I don't know if council pest control have any ideas. They're pretty aggressive when rearing chicks.

Tableforjoan · 26/06/2026 08:09

Not this year but for next year make sure you’ve blocked whatever space they are nesting.

Good luck once the babies are here they will swoop to attack you.

moggerhanger · 26/06/2026 08:08

If they are already nesting then you must not interfere with them. See here for more info. https://www.rspb.org.uk/birds-and-wildlife/what-to-do-if-gulls-nest-on-your-roof

Gulls Nesting on Roof? Tips for Living Alongside Urban Gulls

Found a gull nest on your roof? Learn about the different types of gull, how to help a fledgling and practical tips and legal advice for living alongside gulls.

https://www.rspb.org.uk/birds-and-wildlife/what-to-do-if-gulls-nest-on-your-roof

Sharptonguedwoman · 26/06/2026 08:08

Aren't they a protected species?

araiwa · 26/06/2026 08:06

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