Bird Behaviour and Their Deterrence Through Bird Netting
Understanding bird behaviour is important—when you understand, you can help deter them.
Birds are creatures of instinct and learned behaviours. They display predictable patterns that can be exploited to minimise impact on your property. Bird netting, when strategically implemented, is a way to leverage these patterns to effectively keep birds away.
Bird Behaviours to Watch Out For
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Foraging:
Birds need food and they are attracted to locations that offer a steady supply of the food they prefer. Fruit trees, for instance, are particularly targeted by birds. If fruits are ripe and ready for picking, you can be sure that birds will be around. Be prepared if you manage properties like this. -
Nesting:
Birds instinctively seek safe and sheltered locations to build nests. Through installing bird netting, you can effectively prevent birds from gaining access to desirable nesting sites, such as eaves, building crevices, or structures. Know when nesting season is for your target birds and install netting in time. -
Roosting:
Similarly to where they nest, birds roost where they feel safe from predators and the elements. Netting placed over these areas can discourage them from roosting. -
Flight Paths:
Birds often have predictable flight paths, especially when they move to forage, nest, and roost. Netting strategically placed along these flight paths can disrupt their movement and discourage access to protected areas. -
Social Behaviour:
Birds are generally social creatures; their behaviour is influenced by flock dynamics. Through netting, you can affect the nesting and roosting behaviour of an entire flock of birds.
How Bird Netting Keeps Birds Away
Bird netting acts as a physical barrier that prevents birds from accessing specific areas. Its effectiveness depends on several factors.
For instance, you need to consider the mesh size and material of your bird netting. Know your target birds and the best-fit specifications that deter their presence. This way, you don’t accidentally entangle smaller birds.
Likewise, the installation and placement of your bird netting can affect their effectiveness. Netting should be securely fastened, with zero gaps and loose ends. It should also be big enough to properly cover your target area.
When properly selected and implemented, bird netting can be an effective pest bird control solution. There are aesthetic and maintenance compromises, yes, but these can be worth it since this keeps pest birds away for the long term.
Get in Touch With Safe Spray
The best way to deal with your pest bird problem is to get in touch with Safe Spray’s professional pest control team. The team will determine if bird netting is your best solution. Likewise, they might also prescribe additional bird deterrent methods, such as visual and auditory deterrents. Combining bird management solutions is a proven approach for areas with persistent pest bird infestation.
Talk to the team and know your best next step. Safe Spray is a professional pest control team, offering effective science-based solutions to pest problems.
