Pigeon Control Articles
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The Smart Way to Achieve Pigeon Control |
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by Alex A. Kecskes
 Pigeons are smarter than the average bird. In fact, they're one of the most intelligent birds around. They can recognize their own reflection in a mirror, a feat only 6 species and no other non-mammal can perform. They can also recognize all 26 letters of the English alphabet. They can even differentiate between two different human beings in a photograph when rewarded with food for their efforts. It's no wonder pigeon control has presented such a challenge.
The Days of Shotguns, Cannon and Poisons Are Over
There's a whole new breed of pigeon control solutions. Borne out of society's increasing need to control the damage caused by pigeons, these new devices have proven successful in deterring the winged pests from our homes, boats, parks and commercial buildings. Property owners began to realize that the cute little bird had a nasty habit of pooping all over everything, that these droppings could transmit any of 60 known diseases. And amidst the rising chorus of environmentalist's objections to killing or harming these birds, the mantra of humane deterrent was born.
Balloons and Foils
What could be more humane than harmlessly shooing pest pigeons away with bright, colorful banners of foil that crackle and flap in the wind? Birds get annoyed and they look for "safer" places to land and nest. Banners take just minutes to tie to any post or ship's mast. Equally effective as a pigeon control device is the pigeon scare balloon. It spins, bobs and weaves in the wind, typically displaying a large predator eye to convince pigeons that trouble is near.
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The Many Methods of Pigeon Control |
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by Alex A. Kecskes
Pigeons have been both friend and foe to mankind for centuries. They have inspired poets and saved lives in wartime. But when they gather in great numbers in cities and towns, they can be most unwelcome. As a pest bird, they can also be most prolific. A single pair of pigeons can produce as many as 18 new pigeons every year--it only takes 19 days for a pigeon egg to hatch baby pigeons.
Then, there are the droppings. One pigeon can generate up to 25 pounds of droppings every year, droppings that attract parasitic insects and flies. Droppings that can spread over 60 transmittable diseases to people and animals. According researchers of the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York, pigeon droppings can expose children to Cryptococcus Neoforman fungus. This is airborne fungus grows in rotting pigeon roots, and is present in pigeon droppings. The first step in controlling pigeon droppings is more effective pigeon control.
Aside from disease, the highly acidic nature of pigeon droppings can destroy metal, paint and roofs. In fact, droppings and nests can present property owners with an ongoing repair bills to cover damages to gutters, shingles, AC units, skylights, and dish antennas.
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 Pigeon Control Spikes…
They Just Can't Land
by Alex A. Kecskes
You've heard people talking about them. Maybe even seen them on tops of signs and rooftops. And you've probably told yourself, "If my pigeon problem gets any worse, I'll have to invest in them." Yes, the ubiquitous Pigeon Spike has always been on the back of your mind. Friend to all those who have suffered from the invasion of the number one pest bird; Foe to the squatting, pooping, nesting pigeon. Now the time has come. You've had it with the cleanup expense, the noise and nests, you've had it with these feathered pests. And you're crying fowl! Give me my pigeon control spikes!
You're Not Alone
With their life span of 15 years, pigeons have become a major nuisance around parks and playgrounds, leaving disease carrying poop on swings, slides, jungle jims, benches--all the places kids touch and then eat snacks with pigeon poop hands. In general, bird droppings have been known to carry and transmit any of 60 known diseases. For example, they can carry bacteria causing Salmonellosis and Ornithosis, which resembles viral pneumonia. To make matters worse, pigeon droppings and their nesting materials contain insects and mites. It's no wonder the pigeon spike has become so popular.
Pigeons have also caused a number of problems for boat owners and boat docking facilities, pooping and nesting on canvas covers, sails, outboard engines, rigging and masts. Pigeon poop has clogged many a rotating radar antenna. And who hasn't fallen on wet pigeon poop while climbing in and out of a boat?
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Pigeon Control…Humane Solutions that Work
by Alex A. Kecskes
 Who hasn't fed a flock of eager bobbing-headed pigeons at the park? Or chased them into a tree? The honest truth is, we've had a love-hate relationship with our grey-feathered friends since they first landed on a statue or church tower.
If you're a home or boat owner, or a facilities manager for a warehouse, airport, park, zoo, government or commercial building, the pest pigeon has undoubtedly cost you time and money. Which is not surprising, since your typical pigeon deposits roughly 25 pounds of poop annually. And you've learned, through rather painful experience, just how damaging pigeon poop can be.
It can ruin a painted surface, permanently scar wood and metal, even reduce concrete and expensive stonework into something resembling a coral reef. The only way to rid a surface of pigeon waste is to blast it off with powerful (and very expensive) boom lifts and steam hoses. Pigeon damage in America has risen to the tune of well over $1 billion annually. Worse yet, more and more people are becoming aware of the many health risks associated with pigeon waste. We now know that the bacteria, fungi and parasites that live and grow in pigeon droppings can carry and transmit any of 60 known diseases. Even the fleas, mites and ticks that bury themselves in pigeons can carry a number of diseases.
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Got Pigeon Control?
by Alex A. Kecskes
 Pigeons, pigeons and more pigeons. They're everywhere. Nesting and roosting and laying claim to our homes, businesses and parks. On occasion, we like to feed them. Which unfortunately just encourages them to gather in larger flocks. And that means a bigger mess and more long-term damage. Damage that costs America upwards of one billion dollars annually.
We've seen what pigeon poop can do. It can ruin wood and metal, crumble concrete and fancy stonework, even stop a big industrial sized air conditioner. And since pigeon poop is rich in bacteria, fungi and parasites, it poses a considerable health risk. Experts will tell you that pigeon droppings can carry and transmit any of 60 known diseases. Add to that the fleas, mites and ticks that bury themselves in pigeons and you've got one disease carrying bird on your hands. All the more reason for getting the best pigeon control available.
For starters, there's the inexpensive category of bird scare products available today. These include bright, colorful banners that rattle and wave in the breeze. Sometimes referred to as foil or flash tape, they are easily affixed to almost any object and will discourage pest pigeons from landing and nesting. The same holds true for another pigeon control device, the balloon. It not only whips about in the breeze but has large predator eyes to scare pigeons away.
Another humane method of pigeon control is the bird motel. These live-trap cages are widely used to catch pest birds and relocate them to a new location. Typically constructed of a sturdy galvanized wire, the cages are built for outdoor or indoor use. The traps feature funnel doors that allow a bird to walk in, but not out. An easy access door allows for removing or releasing captured birds. The cages come in various sizes to accommodate large and small pest birds. Live trap cages are ideal for rooftops, courtyards and other areas where pest birds tend to gather.
Highly successful in keeping pigeons from landing and roosting are bird wire systems. This method of pigeon control uses a post and wire system that provides an unstable landing area for pigeons. The low profile bird proof deterrent is ideal for keeping pigeons off ledges, parapet walls, rooflines, handrails and similar troublesome areas. Once pigeons try to land on the wobbly wire, they simply move on to find a better perch.Approved for use on Federal and State government structures, bird wire systems are humane, safe and economical. Better systems use nylon coated stainless steel wire to withstand harsh weather.
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