Gangster Gulls | Uncovering the Truth About Seagulls

Gangster Gulls | Uncovering the Truth About Seagulls

Author: National Trust March 26, 2025 Duration: 22:36

Seagulls have a bad reputation. But is it deserved?  

Join Ranger Rosie Holdsworth to meet the gulls in Poole Harbour known for their chip-stealing behaviour. Are these birds feathered thugs or smart survivors? We’ll discover the myths and surprising truths about one of Britain’s most controversial birds.                       
From their behaviours to their vital role in coastal ecosystems, uncover just what makes these ‘Gangster Gulls’ tick.  Plus, we take part in a citizen science survey that helps track how these much-maligned seabirds are surviving in a changing world.

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Production
Presenter: Rosie Holdsworth
Producer and sound designer: Nikki Ruck

Contributors
Mya Bambrick
Dr Viola Ross-Smith
Paul Morton
Emma Caulfield
Katy
Sophie

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If you'd like to get in touch with feedback, or have a story idea, you can contact us at podcasts@nationaltrust.org.uk


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