Simon King of BBC's Springwatch was filmed holding out a tray of chips to the many gulls on Llandudno's promenade in a show that was aired on Monday, June 8. The large birds swept down to eat the food as Mr King spoke of their beauty.
Cllr Gareth Roberts, who represents Craig-y-Don, said it was irresponsible of Springwatch to encourage the feeding of seagulls. He said: "They are very dangerous and are nesting at this time of year. The female birds try to protect their chicks and this makes them more aggressive. Year after year we see the elderly and youngsters injured in Llandudno by these large birds."
Some people call them 'flying rats' and few folk in the town are unaware of their potential for at the least frightening children (be careful how you read that bit:-). However, like 'em or loathe 'em, they are a part of the seaside for many visitors, and we're not going to dissuade them for feeding the birds. Even though it costs more than tuppence....
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