Pigeons are a nuisance and under certain circumstances they can be downright dangerous. These birds are a lot like rats and rodents in that they've adapted to city life and thrive off products of human civilization. These aren't your average pest. The problems and dangers of pigeons Just like insects and rodents, pigeon infestations can cause a broad range of problems to humans, animals, and property. According to the New York City … [Read more...]
Pigeons: Keeping Them Away
However serious you may be about wanting to find deterrent or control options for pigeons, there’s no point in starting in on any of that until you watch this YouTube clip: Now that you understand that basic aspect of pigeon-hood we can talk about how to get rid of pigeons and how to keep pigeons away. Happily, the same solutions will achieve both! We’ll also get into some of the reasons people both love and hate pigeons. For starters, … [Read more...]
How to Get Rid of Birds
Many people spend a ton of time and money trying to attract birds for the sheer enjoyment of watching and listening to them. Nonetheless, there are times when, for one reason or another, someone is looking for a way to get rid of birds. Round up the usual suspects—European starlings, house sparrows, crows, chimney swifts, and pigeons—not because they are “bad birds” but simply because there are circumstances that sometimes place us in conflict. … [Read more...]
Looking to Get Rid of Pigeons?
Pigeons nesting, roosting, and walking about add life and amusement to neighborhoods and city parks. But when vast numbers of them hang out in a small area —usually due to deliberate feeding or infrequent cleanup of food spillage and garbage near eateries—it can become unpleasant. If you’re looking to get rid of pigeons, the approach you take to address the problem will make all the difference in whether or not you succeed. Read on for what works … [Read more...]