Latest news with #seagulls
BBC News
3 hours ago
- BBC News
Police appeal to identify man after seagull attacks in Bath
Police have released a CCTV image of a man they want to identify after a series of attacks on seagulls in a city centre.A man was reported for attacking and killing baby seagulls with an umbrella on the roof of Bath's Corridor shopping centre at around 16:50 BST on 15 and Somerset Police described the man as black, middle aged, of slim build, and wearing a checked shirt and carrying a blue bag at the time of the who had any information about the incident, or who might know who this man was, has been asked to contact the force.
Daily Mail
18 hours ago
- Daily Mail
CCTV released after baby seagulls attacked and killed with an umbrella
Police are hunting a man after baby seagulls were allegedly killed with an umbrella on the roof of a shopping centre. Officers received reports of a man attacking the seagull chicks above the Corridor shopping centre in Bath on Tuesday July 15. A CCTV image of a man has been released as the force continues to investigate. They are looking for a black, middle aged man of slim build. He was wearing a checked shirt and was seen carrying a blue bag at around 4.50pm. A spokesperson for Avon and Somerset Police said: 'We are appealing for help to identify the man in this CCTV image who we would like to speak to in connection with reported attacks on seagulls in Bath city centre. 'A man was reported for attacking and killing baby seagulls with an umbrella on the roof of the Corridor shopping centre at around 4.50pm on Tuesday 15 July. 'We would like to speak to a man who is described as black, middle aged, of slim build, and who was wearing a checked shirt and carrying a blue bag at the time of the incident. 'If anybody has any information about the incident, or who may know who this man is, is asked to contact us.'
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Domino's unveils robotic dog for beach pizza deliveries
Domino's UK has unveiled Domidog, a robotic canine designed to deliver pizzas to customers at beach locations, Irvine Times has reported. The prototype aims to mitigate the issue of seagulls, which have been identified as a common annoyance for those visiting seaside areas. Surveys indicate that seagulls are among the top ten irritants for beachgoers in the UK, with 61% of respondents expressing concern over food pinching by these birds, noted the publication. Other complaints include insufficient toilet facilities (40%), overcrowding (37%) and uncontrolled dogs (17%). The study, which involved 1,500 coastal visitors, found that one in three individuals had experienced seagulls stealing their food, highlighting a demand for effective solutions to safeguard snacks during beach outings. Domidog, created by Boston Dynamics, has previously been employed in various critical roles, such as search and rescue operations and bomb disposal, stated Bristol Live. The robot is equipped with sensors, stereo cameras and localisation systems, enabling it to navigate its surroundings autonomously. With its 360-degree vision capability, Domidog can skillfully navigate around obstacles while delivering orders. The introduction of this robotic delivery system reflects Domino's efforts to improve the experience for customers at popular beach destinations, where seagulls remain a persistent concern. Domino's executive Izzy Gardener was quoted by the Irvine Times as saying: 'Seagulls have claimed too many seaside snacks, and it's time we did something about it. 'We're always exploring new and innovative ways to keep your pizza as hot and fresh as possible on its delivery journey. That's why we're trailing Domidog this summer: a tech-driven answer to an age-old beach problem.' "Domino's unveils robotic dog for beach pizza deliveries" was originally created and published by Verdict Food Service, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Yahoo
Domino's launches Domidog - the K9 robot delivering pizzas to you on the beach
Domino's has created Domidog - a robot K9 designed to safely deliver pizza to customers at the beach. Although the pizza pup won't replace traditional drivers, the prototype is being launched this summer to protect against swarms of seagulls who swoop on food at seaside hotspots. The brand designed the fun robot pooch alongside research, which put seagulls in the top 10 things that bother Brits the most at the beach. It emerged that one in three admit they have fallen foul of the boisterous birds who circle the skies and swoop for food, according to 1,500 polled who visit the seaside. Meanwhile, 59% wish there were a way to easily protect their snacks from seagulls when at the seaside. Domino's creates robot dog to deliver pizza at seaside locations Izzy Gardener from Domino's said: 'Seagulls have claimed too many seaside snacks, and it's time we did something about it. 'We're always exploring new and innovative ways to keep your pizza as hot and fresh as possible on its delivery journey. 'That's why we're trailing Domidog this summer: a tech-driven answer to an age-old beach problem.' Before turning pizza pup, the Boston Dynamics robot has proven its capabilities: supporting search and rescue operations, assisting bomb squads and advancing robotics research in human-robot interaction. What annoys you the most when visiting the beach? (Image: Joe Pepler/PinPep) Now, it's putting those same advanced systems to work on a new mission - guarding your pizza from airborne snack thieves. Complete with a hi-tech spec, it can autonomously navigate its environment using onboard sensors, stereo cameras, and advanced localisation technology. Other features like 360 degree perception also help it to effortlessly avoid obstacles while delivering. From the research, when asked what grated their gears most about the greedy gulls, stealing food (61%) naturally topped the list, followed by their aggressive behaviour (50%). With one in 10 going as far as to say the badly behaved birds have damaged their property, while 19% claim they'd scared small children, according to the data. Additionally, limited toilets (40%), big crowds (37%), and unruly dogs not on leads (17%) also made the top 10 list. Recommended reading: I tested the Aldi robot vacuum against Amazon's top-rated Ultenic - I'm in love Tesco shopper discovers secret hack to get free items with your food shop Aldi expert reveals 5 fridge storage hacks to make food last (and save money) Top 10 things that bother people at the beach Lack of toilets nearby Crowded beaches Litter Expensive/limited parking Seagulls Dogs off the lead Strong winds Getting sun burn Limited parking Sand in food Izzy added: 'Thanks to this prototype, seaside visitors will have a sure-fire way to keep slices safe and secure at the seaside – without them heading off into the sky.'
The Sun
13-07-2025
- General
- The Sun
Royal Mail deliveries AXED in seaside village after terrified posties are forced to take drastic action
POSTIES are dodging deliveries in a street where aggressive seagulls keep dive-bombing them. There have been so many attacks that villagers have been asked to collect their letters from the depot or get them delivered elsewhere. 2 2 The birds are said to have been nesting in Wright Close in Caister, Norfolk, for a decade. But experts say they are particularly aggressive at this time of year as they are protecting their chicks. It has led Royal Mail to tell staff not to feel under pressure to make deliveries in the street. Villager Marion Gibbs, 75, said: 'I was out walking and a gull hit me on the head.' Chairman of Caister Parish Council Kevin Wood said: 'I get dive-bombed when I'm walking my dogs. I put an umbrella up. People sometimes put spikes on their roofs, but that doesn't work. 'It happens all over Caister. There's nothing we can do.' A Royal Mail spokesman said: 'The activities of seagulls in the area is, at times, making it difficult for our postmen and women to safely deliver to some addresses. 'We are still attempting deliveries. Customers can nominate a different delivery address or collect their mail from the delivery office.'
