Pest birds’ droppings may contain diseases such as histoplasmosis, cryptococcosis and psittacosis; their acidic excrement may even eat away at paint, metals and varnishes causing irreparable damage.

Bird control methods involve deterrents that prevent birds from landing or nesting on buildings, signs, and other structures such as buildings. These may include aluminum foil enhanced devices, reflectors and visual scare techniques to prevent birds from landing or nesting there.

Decoys

Decoys can be used to scare birds away from garden areas, food sources and other property. A good decoy should withstand the elements while appearing lifelike; additionally it must be secured so it won’t fly away in a wind storm; moving parts such as head and body movements add authenticity and make the decoy more convincing.…