Bird Control, Geese Removal & Pigeon Deterrent News

Laser Bird Control for Golf Courses & Parks

September 26, 2023
Autumn is a time of crisp air, sunny days, and migrating birds. Endless “V’s” of Canada geese glide overhead, then descend like an invading army on any patch of green they can find – including golf courses and parks. The Mess Geese Leave Behind When geese invade, they trample grass,... Read More
Outdoor park

Bird Basics: Generalists vs. Specialists

September 19, 2023
Purple martins are a specialist species. Humans have destroyed the martins' natural resting areas, so they must now rely on human-made structures to survive. Ecosystems are complex communities formed whenever living organisms interact with one another and their geographic environment. These communities are dynamic: weather patterns, human intervention, the organisms... Read More
Generalist vs specialist birds

Bird Basics: Crows & Ravens in Agriculture

September 12, 2023
American crows and common ravens are often mistaken for one another. Both are members of the crow (or Corvidae) family, and have large, solid black bodies with sharp, slightly curved beaks. But, while the birds have a strikingly similar appearance and share a lineage, they are distinct species – and... Read More
Crow resting on a bay of hale

Birds of a Feather… Flock Together to Find Habitats

September 5, 2023
Say you want to try out a new restaurant. Are you more likely to visit one that is packed and lauded by patrons? Or one that is deserted on a Saturday night and doesn’t have a review to its name? If you are like most, you would probably select the... Read More
Geese settling on a field of grass

How to Control Birds at Airports

August 29, 2023
A Cooper's Hawk sits on airfield equipment From apartment buildings to schools and farms to warehouses, there are few places where nuisance birds won’t make themselves at home – and leave chaos in their wake. But, when birds settle on airfields, that chaos can turn disastrous, and sometimes devastatingly so.... Read More

Four Ways to Keep Birds Safe During Fall Migration

August 22, 2023
Migration is a harrowing time for birds. In the fall and spring, billions of birds embark on journeys between their summer breeding areas and wintering grounds. During these journeys – which can be thousands of miles long – birds encounter numerous hazards, and the overall bird mortality rate increase. Autumn... Read More

How to Protect Crops from the Double Whammy of Droughts and Birds

August 15, 2023
Over the past months, extreme weather patterns have impacted nearly every corner of the globe – and the Midwest is not immune. The region as a whole is currently in a drought. Despite early August rains, some areas in Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa and Missouri are still in the midst of... Read More

Keep School Grounds Free from Canada Geese

August 8, 2023
It may be hard to believe, but back-to-school season is almost upon us. Here in the Midwest, a nip will soon return to the air, and schools and colleges will welcome students back to campus. Unfortunately, students and staff won’t be the only ones milling around. They will, doubtlessly, be... Read More
Geese on school grounds

Why Use a Specialized Company for Your Bird Issues?

July 25, 2023
There are a lot of pest and wildlife control companies out there, and many offer some bird services. But working with a team focused only on bird solutions has many advantages. Here are just a few of the benefits of partnering with a company like Wild Goose Chase, where our... Read More
Integrated approach for rooftop bird deterrence

Birds & Apple Orchards: A Blessing and a Curse

July 21, 2023
Apple cider is a wonderful autumn treat, especially when you taste it directly at the source from an orchard’s own fresh apples! Birds can play a useful role in an apple orchard, but they’re also a source of some significant risks. A key benefit of having birds around apple orchards... Read More
Basket of apples with a crow