'Psycho' seagulls force family under siege to grab broom and garden parasol for protection
Dad Dave Baker, 43, says he has been frequently dive-bombed in "co-ordinated attacks" while braving the walk to the local shops. It has gotten to the point where mum Nicki, 41, must phone ahead and ask daughter Katrina, 10, to grab a garden parasol on the way home.
“She’s a big, strapping dog but she’s terrified of them,” said Nicki. “And she’s supposed to be a dangerous breed!” A roofer has been called on two occasions and refused to repair the roof due to the seagull's horrifying presence which means the family must now also endure leaks as well as bullying from the birds. The gulls are protected by law and it is illegal to remove their eggs or disturb their nests.
“Sometimes he takes a garden broom for extra protection,” said Nicki, who works for health food firm Juice Plus+. “When I go out by myself, I have a walking stick to fend off the birds. I used to carry an umbrella but it wasn’t very practical.
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