Similar
problems have been encountered with seagulls in places like St Ives, and deer
in some areas although actual violence towards humans is rare
Monday
26 October 2015
The
normally gentle wild ponies of the Quantock Hills have broken a woman’s leg,
bitten and headbutted people, and attacked vehicles after tourists started
feeding them treats like chocolate biscuits, sweets and leftovers from picnics.
The
horses have also been seen acting aggressively towards each other in order to
get food left behind by humans in the remote area of Somerset, The Daily
Telegraph reported.
Similar
problems have been encountered with seagulls in places like St Ives, where the
birds have become expert at taking a mouthful of ice cream, and deer in some
areas although actual violence towards humans is rare.
The
Quantock Pony Commoners Association warned visitors to the area: “Feeding the
ponies is dangerous. By feeding the Quantock ponies you are changing their
behaviour and encouraging them to become aggressive.
“There
have been recent cases of a pony breaking someone’s leg, biting and causing
vehicle damage. Do not add to the problem. For your own safety, please stay
well clear of the ponies and never feed them.”
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