Question

List at least four methods to control pigeons nesting in residential neighborhoods:

List at least four methods to control pigeons nesting in residential neighborhoods:

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Answer 1

1 Placing wind chimes in the house balcony and garden areas is a way to prevent pigeons from nesting. Pigeons have very sensitive hearing and the noise of wind chimes hurts their ear. They may also get startled.

2. Pigeon Proofing:- Blocking off all entry points in their common nesting area. Covering the railings, vents and window sills with wire and mesh is an effective blockage. Pigeons nest on flat surfaces so particularly putting up wires there prevents nesting.

3. Scare off pigeons- Using wooden owls and hawks to detract pigeons. Moving statues work better such as a scarecrow. Pigeons can easily identify it as fake if the statue is more stationary.

4. Live Traps- Pigeons get easily attracted to accessible food. Placing traps with a god amount of feed and water to lure them at places where pigeons feed can help solve the problem.