When you see it, you may think that the twisted wing on a goose or a duck is injured or broken. But it’s not broken, and it is not an injury; it is a deformity called “angel wing” and there is nothing angelic about it. What is angel wing? Angel wing is a debilitating condition for waterfowl and is directly caused by human feeding. When young, growing birds are fed high carbohydrate foods such as bread and popcorn (which replace the … [Read more...]
What’s Up With the Wild Birds of Autumn
You’ve heard of “the boys of summer?” Well, now you’re going to hear about the birds of autumn! Why are they worth knowing about? As it happens, the birds you see in autumn may include both the regulars (birds living in your area year round) and species from points north, migrating southward for the winter. Even the bird species you usually see and are familiar with are busy with their autumn activities. Here’s what to watch for, along with some … [Read more...]
Trouble with a Canada Goose Nest?
Is there a Canada goose nest on your property causing you concern? Canada geese sometimes choose to nest in the strangest places, including up against buildings, inside planters in parking lots, in the middle of golf courses, or along walkways frequented by people. Although generally harmless, the goose parents are very protective of their nests, and may hiss and flap their wings or even chase people walking by. This behavior often frightens … [Read more...]
Learn How to Get Rid of Geese
Are you experiencing more and more Canada geese conflicts every summer and want to learn how to get rid of geese? Does it seem that every year, there are more geese on your property? Canada geese love the large open expanses of fertilized, mowed grass found in our parks, golf courses, and backyards. Unfortunately, this may result in an abundance of droppings on our green spaces and walkways and may lead to other conflicts that include geese … [Read more...]