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Previous research had shown that gulls could be dissuaded from snatching snacks by approaching them or making eye contact ...

LONDON—Sweet talk won’t get you far if you want to scare off a seagull trying to snatch your food. Try shouting. Researchers ...

Blue jays are known for their striking blue and white colors and their “talkative” nature. They try to mimic the sounds of ...

You won't find us endorsing aggression towards animals very often, however, scientists have discovered that raising your ...

If you're trying to keep your food away from seagulls at the beach, don't be so polite.Researchers from the University of ...

New research shows that the way we speak to gulls can tip the balance between a bold snatch-and-grab and a tactical retreat.

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I’ve grown singularly fond of birds, an attraction that began several years ago when we attached a plastic bird feeder outside the large family room window overlooking our backyard. Sprinkle in some ...