are chosen, however and if they are installed according to manufacturer’s instructions, there should be no need for any additional scaring devices, thereby rendering Hawks are another predator that scares away pests like snakes, squirrels, and other birds, and the Yofit Bird Scarecrow Fake Horned Hawk Decoy looks like the real deal. This decoy keeps birds, snakes, rodents, and other pests from coming into your yard or designated area. It is a bit larger than some other bird decoys at 15.7″ high. widely controlled birds on the planet. Although the manufacturer suggests that habituation can be reduced by regularly moving the Prowler Owl it is unlikely that Additionally, take extra care to remove any debris or foliage that may have collected on top of the netting as this can become a hiding place for hawks looking for a way in. All these steps are important in keeping your property safe from unwanted predators! B. Hawk decoys and silhouettes

according to the manufacturer. The principle of using a Prowler Owl in getting rid of pigeons is to use the target species’ instinctive fear of predators and predation to scare the pigeon away from its desired roosting, feeding or breeding areas.

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product but as a stand-alone deterrent it is unlikely to be completely effective. The general view from within the pest control industry is that any type of static

on our roof and especially our tarps has minimised to where there are no droppings on the tarp (although we only have the one Prowler Owl placed on the 4th floor).” DEFRA’s research clearly suggests that in some cases raptor models can actually attract pest species of birds rather than deter them. DEFRA also confirms that Depending on the specific pest species you are trying to keep away there are other types of predator decoys that can be used with falcons too. Coyotes, foxes, and floating alligators are just a few. Since you are dealing with wild animals whose behavior isn’t always predictable, using more than one type of deterrent in addition to your falcon is another way to help boost your chances of success. For instance, bird scare rods and reflective tape when used with a decoy can increase the odds that pest birds will stay away.Reflective materials are an effective way to keep hawks away from bird feeders and roosting areas. Placing them at the right height and angle ensures that they can be easily seen by hawks, while regular cleaning and maintenance keeps them shining brightly. The Red-Tailed Hawk is a highly effective decoy for deterring pest birds from settling on your property. To get the most from this product, use the following tips: Our range of visual deterrents falls into four categories, each working in a different way to either repel or disperse unwanted pest birds from commercial activities across industry, agriculture, marine, aviation and real estate. is a very efficient predator, but it is not the natural predator of the gull nor the pigeon. Neither is the Great Horned Owl resident in the UK. In a vast At first my co-workers started joking saying that the pigeons would just stand on the owl’s head and “dump poop on its head”, the first few week

Whether you are using a perched falcon, or one that is flying, it is important that you place your decoy in a spot that is near the area you want to keep the pests away from. It also needs to be in a spot that is highly visible. Pests should be able to see it clearly so it can do its job and scare them away. Additionally, it is important to move the reflective materials around regularly so that hawks do not become accustomed to their presence. By doing this, you can help ensure your birds remain safe from potential predators. D. Sound deterrents wind blows through the owl from any direction allowing it not only to flap the wings as it does by design but have all round movement.”Scaring birds away using a predator decoy is, by far, the simplest approach you can take to solving a nuisance bird problem that’s isolated to a relatively small, controlled area. Do Decoys Actually Work? Since the owl is on a cone I am able to move it every few days to specific areas of the roof (as you advise) little by little the pigeon activity Decoys and silhouettes are great physical tools to deter hawks from certain areas. It’s important, however, that these be placed in the right spot – near bird feeders or other hot spots for hunting – and at the right height and angle to be seen by predators.