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Silver gulls are the most common type of gull
Scientists say gulls carry antibiotic-resistant superbugs throughout Australia.
Herring Gulls carry bacteria such as E. coli, which can cause urinary tract infections, sepsis and bloodstream infections.
Research has raised fears that antibiotic-resistant bacteria, similar to super-generic bacteria that have hit hospitals, can infect humans and other animals.
Scientists have described it as an "eye opening" and a "wake up call".
Birds are thought to have contracted insects during their recovery in waste and sewage.
Scientists who conducted the research on behalf of Murdoch University in Perth said that it "opened the eyes," reported The Guardian.
"I think that all governments and various organizations, such as water treatment and the big waste management boards, are starting to work collaboratively to tackle this problem," said Dr. Sam Abraham, Lecturer in Veterinary and Infectious Medicine. diseases.
Humans can contract the bacteria if they touch the feces of the gull, but the risk is considered low if they wash their hands afterwards.
The study showed that some insects found in faeces were resistant to common antibiotics such as cephalosporin and fluoroquinolone.
One sample showed resistance to carbapenem, a last-resort drug used for serious and high-risk infections.
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