Bird Control, Geese Removal & Pigeon Deterrent News

The Spreading Chaos of Bird Window Collisions

August 8, 2020
Window collisions kill nearly a billion birds in the U.S. every year. Every window poses a risk and commercial buildings, with their enormous walls of glass, are a particularly dangerous obstacle for migrating birds. For property owners, these tragic bird deaths are compounded by the other problems they create. Fortunately,... Read More

How to Control Canada Geese During Flightless Summer Months

July 23, 2020
Managing Canada geese populations on your property requires special processes in the summer when geese are shedding and replacing their flight feathers. This molting season keeps geese earthbound until their new feathers come in. The process is part of their preparation for migration and even though the subspecies of Canada... Read More

Why Do-it-Yourself Pigeon Projects are For the Birds

July 22, 2020
A well done do-it-yourself project can be a thrilling experience, even beyond the sense of saving a little money. Some “thrills” however, are best left to the professionals. Pigeon control is one of them. Pigeons can hatch up to 16 young per year and those chicks have a strong instinct... Read More

From Scarecrows to Lasers: Keeping Birds from Destroying Crops

July 8, 2020
The scarecrow has a long and colorful resume that goes back 3,000 years and includes stints in both agricultural support and seasonal décor. Traditionally associated with garden-casual attire like floppy hats and straw hair, the modern version takes many creative forms. At a historic farm in rural Pennsylvania recently, the... Read More

Our Canine Co-Workers: The Many Contributions of Working Dogs

June 18, 2020
When a once-abandoned dog rescued over 100 koalas that had become displaced by the Australian wildfires recently, it was what one animal welfare expert dubbed a “zero to hero” story, and an Australian Koolie named “Bear” enjoyed a moment of canine celebrity. “He did not make a very good pet... Read More

Bird Control & Vigilance in Preparation for Re-Openings

May 20, 2020
As businesses begin to plan for a gradual return to workplace operations, the coronavirus isn't the only health and safety issue that calls for extra vigilance. Whether you're planning for the reopening of office, retail, school or even manufacturing facilities, you will want to ensure that you are not overlooking... Read More

Backyard Birding Contest Brings Out the Colors Close to Home

May 14, 2020
Thank you to everyone who participated in our Global Big Day Backyard Birding Contest on May 9! The Covid-19 restrictions may have kept us from the parks and trails this year, but our contest participants proved there was still plenty of great birdwatching to be done right in our own... Read More

Bird Deterrent Strategies for Food Supply Safety

May 12, 2020
At a time when the food industry is struggling to manage the devastating effects of the coronavirus, the recent outbreak of avian flu in South Carolina was a stark reminder that the threats to our food supply come in many forms. Confirmation of the highly pathogenic H7N3 avian influenza (HPAI)... Read More

Backyard Birding: It’s Contest Time!

May 6, 2020
May 11 Update – Today’s the deadline: Don’t forget to submit your backyard birding photos and results from your Global Big Day efforts. We can’t wait to see them! Email them to vwilliams@wildgoosechasers.com and include “Backyard Birding Contest” in the subject line. Saturday, May 9, is the Global Big Day... Read More

How to Get the Most Out of Backyard Birding

May 6, 2020
Birds are often described as a universal treasure. People from all walks of life, ages (kids love birding too!), ethnicities, political affiliation, and socioeconomic status can enjoy and appreciate birds. Spring migration is the pinnacle of birdwatching with hundreds of species dressed in their best plumage traveling to their summer... Read More