Seagulls flock to 'hotel' in Norway's far east

Breakdown

• The Seagull Hotel in Vadu was built to provide a safe nesting site for seabirds, with nest numbers rising each year. 14s
• Seabird populations in the area have declined by 70-90% over the past 30 years due to climate change, predators, disease, and food shortages. 47s
• Tourism is vital to Vadu's economy, but can disturb nesting birds, making conservation efforts complex. 1m 51s
• Some gull species have moved closer to humans for safety, and the kittiwake population nesting in Vadu has increased significantly. 2m 22s
• The bird hotel helps both seabirds and residents by relocating birds from central buildings, and there are hopes to expand the project. 2m 45s