A novel approach to deterring seagulls – a recent study from Exeter Fun Gazette Express, dated 20/03/2026 at 21:28, reveals an intriguing discovery. Disrupting a tranquil seaside experience is often compounded by aggressive seagulls snatching chips. However, researchers at the University of Exeter propose a clever and somewhat playful remedy.
They suggest attaching moving googly eyes to takeaway food boxes, effectively discouraging the troublesome birds. The research team conducted a study in Cornwall coastal towns, areas frequently targeted by seagull attacks during meals. They presented individual seagulls with two distinct choices: a box adorned with googly eyes and an eyeless box, both positioned several meters apart.
The experiment’s outcome was unexpectedly successful. The seagulls, naturally, showed a clear preference for the box containing the moving googly eyes. This simple intervention proved remarkably effective in prompting the birds to abandon their attempts to seize the takeaway food.
The study, originating from Exeter, offers a lighthearted yet practical solution to a persistent coastal nuisance.
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