Is it illegal to move a bird’s nest?
In the UK, birds are given a good deal of protection under the law. While protection of our wildlife can only be a good thing, legal regulations can make it tricky when dealing with pest birds. While most wild birds are given complete protection by the law there are a few exceptions to allow for […]
Do pigeon droppings pose a health risk?
The most unpleasant aspect of unwanted bird infestations is their waste – messy and unsightly, it can also pose a potential health problem. While no business or house looks good covered in unsightly bird droppings, the potential for spreading disease is far more serious. It goes without saying that the worse the problem the higher […]
Watch out for the rules on birds nesting in chimneys
So what exactly is it about chimneys that make them so attractive to birds? If they are not nesting in them, they are flying down them and getting stuck behind the fire. Birds are protected and both these scenarios need to be dealt with using care and expertise. It is not only ‘pest’ species that […]
Why are pigeons so fond of urban spaces?
Have you ever wondered why pigeons in particular seem to have a taste for urban living? They get chased by young children, run the gamut of bird deterrents and are flapped away by pigeon-phobics, yet still these birds choose concrete buildings, tarmac pavements and steel installations to make their home amid the hubbub of the […]
Is there really a law against feeding pigeons?
Tuppence to feed the birds? Well, it could actually cost a lot more than that if legal restrictions have been put in place to tackle a pigeon problem. The expression made famous by Mary Poppins more than half a century ago has been given a whole new meaning in a number of cases where bird […]
Don’t let customers get into a flap over aggressive seagulls
Picture the scene: The sun is shining, there’s a light breeze blowing, and all you can hear is the gentle hum of the waves below as you tuck into a well-earned al fresco pub lunch on holiday. Then all of a sudden ‘SQUAAARK’, a sudden flap of wings, and there you are face-to-face with a […]
Problem Birds – The Main Culprits
In the UK, we have a wonderful assortment of bird life and, as with all aspects of the natural world, they enrich our lives. However, there is no doubting that certain birds, especially when they congregate in large numbers, can become a massive nuisance. In light of this, there are certain species that can attain […]
Ideas to design a bird friendly garden
Before you start designing how your bird garden should look like, the first thing you should do is to go out and check some of the natural areas and parks near you. By going into parks and natural areas you will get a good sense of what kind of flowers, trees or plants make up […]
DIY Pigeon Deterrents
Pigeons are fascinating birds, but when they settle on your property or on your business premises in large numbers, that fascination can soon turn to irritation. Fortunately, there are some good DIY pigeon deterrents on the market that can help. First of all, you can set up barriers. For instance, many people rely on anti-roosting […]
How dangerous are bird pest faeces?
Pest bird species and the debris they leave is a real magnet for insects and bacteria. The faeces of birds, especially starlings, gulls and pigeon droppings, are creating the perfect environment for the development of pathogens. Many of these pathogens are dangerous to humans. When they are isolated, these droppings are usually harmless, but when […]
