Bird control

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Bird control is the generic name for methods to eliminate or deter pest birds from landing, roosting and nesting.

Bird Control is important because pest birds can create health related problems through their feces. There are over 60 transmittable diseases to people and animals associated with bird droppings, including Histopalsmosis, Candidasis, Salmonella, Encephialitis, West Nile Virus and Bird Flu. Bird droppings also cause damage to property and equipment.

[edit] Methods

Methods of bird control include physical deterrents, chemicals and sonic/ultrasonic devices, among others.

Physical bird deterrents include such products as spike systems, bird netting, shock deterrents, spring wire systems, and repellers. These products will not harm birds and are used widely throught the U.S. and the world.

Chemical deterrents range from products for turf to poison feed or corn. Many localities have restrictions on the use of chemicals and pesticides targeted at birds.

Sonic bird deterrents are used widely in large open areas. Sounds are audible, and include predator and distress calls of a variety of birds to discourage pest birds from coming into an area. Common uses for these items include vineyards, reclamation plants, airports, and other wide open areas.

Ultrasonic devices are designed for enclosed or semi-enclosed areas. Ultrasonic waves of sound prevent birds from entering and remaining in areas such as warehouses, parking garages, loading docks, etc. These products are also not harmful to birds, but are limited in success.

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