How to keep seagulls away: Shout at them

Scientists say a calm voice or birdsong are not effective deterrents

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Aggressive seagulls have long terrorised British holidaymakers trying to enjoy fish and chips or an ice cream on a day at the seaside.

Now, animal behaviourists say they have discovered the best way to tackle the feathery bandits: shout at them.

Experts at the University of Exeter in southwestern England placed a portion of fish and chips in front of gulls and then played one of several different recordings.