Biologist Auke-Florian Hiemstra says the birds seem to be using the spikes as humans intended them - to keep pests away In cities around the world, anti-bird spikes are used to protect statues and ...

The council originally claimed they were needed for "public safety" to stop birds defecating on a bench below. However, it has now admitted there "may be better alternatives" to the spikes.

Americans preparing to stock their fridges to cook holiday recipes may be met with short supply or sticker shock when it ...