Lochore Meadows Country Park has suspended duck food sales and stepped up cleaning efforts, after a rise in bird fouling around its visitor centre and recreational areas.
Park staff say there has been a “significant increase” in mess in recent weeks, with more visitors and growing numbers of birds contributing.
In a statement shared online, a spokesperson said: “We’ve welcomed more visitors than ever in recent weeks thanks to school trips, organised events and the fantastic weather, which is great to see.
"However, this has also attracted larger numbers of gulls, crows and magpies into the area, contributing to the issue.”
An increase in resident ducks and greylag geese has also played a part.
The spokesperson added: “Our resident ducks tend to spend most of their time around the visitor centre and beaches, while the greylag geese are resting on the beaches overnight.
"This combination is leading to a noticeable rise in the amount of fouling in these popular areas.”
Officials say feeding birds has been a key factor, encouraging them to congregate near visitors.
They said: “While it’s lovely to see people enjoying our wildlife, feeding them regularly has encouraged birds to gather around the busy visitor centre and recreational areas.
"This is leading to increased fouling and creating an unpleasant environment for other visitors.”
To address the issue, the park has suspended the sale of duck food at the visitor centre for the summer.
The spokesperson said: “We would also ask visitors not to bring food to feed the birds.
"Don’t worry, they won’t go hungry - this will encourage them to move into other areas of the park and loch, which is their natural environment.”
Additional steps include more frequent cleaning of picnic benches and seating areas, increased bin emptying, and enhanced waste management across the site.
Visitors are also being asked to play their part.
They added: “We would ask visitors to avoid feeding ducks and swans around the visitor centre, to dispose of any leftover food responsibly, and to take litter home or use the bins provided.
"By working together, we can help discourage gulls, crows and magpies from gathering and keep the park clean.”
They say the measures are aimed at ensuring Lochore Meadows remains welcoming for both visitors and wildlife during its busiest time of year.
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