Living wihin sight of the sea, gulls (or sh*te hawks as they are known locally) are the main reason that Stanley has an everflex hood.
However a Morgan owning friend who lives in Sidmouh encourages Crows to their garden to keep the gulls away.

I have just looked out of the window and my cooking car, which stays on the drive, has been covered. Bucket and sponge required.

Bud
4/4 "Stanley"