Seagulls and other wild birds
Report harm to gulls and nests
All birds, including all gull species, are protected under the .
This means that hurting them or damaging their nests during the nesting season (approximately March to September) is a criminal offence.
If you think someone has hurt a gull, report it to the police as a wildlife crime.
Call 101, or report it online:
More information:
Injured or distressed birds
If you are concerned about an injured or distressed bird, contact:
- - Working to help animals throughout the North East. Call 0771 877 1591.
- - call 0300 1234 999.