Contestants faced off in the Belgian coastal town of ​De Panne on Sunday at the ‌ annual European seagull screeching championship , which brought together more than 70 participants seeking to ​produce the best imitation of the ​bird’s distinctive shriek. Competitors from 15 countries ⁠took part in the sixth edition ​of the event. The contest, which took place ​in a local pub, drew participants of all ages, including families with children, many in seagull-themed ​costumes. Over 70 contestants from 15 countries faced off in the annual European seagull screeching championship in De Panne, Belgium. Each screech was met with ​cheers from the crowd. The jury can award a ‌maximum ⁠of 15 points for how well contestants imitate the seagull’s sound , and five points for performance. This year marked the 6th time the event was held as the contest took place at a local pub that featured participants of all ages, with many dressed in seagull-themed ​costumes.…