In a bid to keep gulls from scavenging, management is currently trialling a giant mechanical bird
The giant mechanical bird is reported at a cost of $6500
The idea followed after Scotland's Network Railway used a robot falcon to keep one of its train stations free from birds and poop
The lifelike plastic predators are designed to swivel their heads, flap their wings and shriek
Management has installed signs in multiple languages advising the public to not feed birds and prevent them from scavenging
PUBLISHED: 05:29, 20 September 2014 | UPDATED: 09:07, 20 September 2014
Restaurateurs and their diners know the best way to a hungry seagulls' stomach is through their half-eaten food.
In a bid to keep gulls from scavenging, management is currently trialling different deterrents, including a robot bird to protect patrons who dine along the Sydney Opera House.
The giant mechanical bird is reported at a cost of $6500 to prevent the out-of-control gulls targeting or attacking tourists and diners for free food.
As spring approaches, seagulls are continuing to feast off plates or brazenly stealing food out of visitors' hands as patrons sit outside to enjoy the sunshine
Hollywood pop singer, Hilary Duff was under attack when she was plagued by a flock of seagulls while eating lunch Down Under early this month.
Nibbling on hot chips and salad at Sydney's Opera bar, the Lizzie McGuire actress looked nervous and was spotted protecting herself by hunching throughout the meal.
Management have installed signs in multiple languages around the city and beaches, advising the public to not feed birds and prevent them from scavenging.
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