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How to Get Rid Of Pigeons With Poison

How to Get Rid of Pigeons with Poison


Mixing poisons with food pigeons eat represents a straightforward way to carry out the job. Anyone using this method should employ great care so that other animals, and humans, don't suffer harm.


Problems with Pigeons


Some may wonder why it appears necessary to poison pigeons since they are "just birds." True, but they are birds capable of causing much harm. Pigeon droppings may present a disease hazard to humans, and a pigeon infestation may go hand-in-hand with several insect troubles, too. Yes, pigeons carry fleas, lice, and more.


Purchasing and Positioning the Poisons


Manufacturers produce poisons specifically designed for pigeons. It might be advisable to purchase these specific poisons rather than use ones intended for mice, rats, or other pests. Poisons intended for pigeons might be the most effective ones for the jobs.

Placing poisons where the pigeons congregate makes sense. Placing poison-laced food in an area where pigeons "may" collect could prove inefficient.


Concerns about Using Poisons


Poisoning pigeons leads to an obvious result: many dead birds lie on a homeowner's property. Someone now has to perform the removal. Property owners disinterested in performing the job might need to hire a cleanup crew.


Poisoning pigeons may bring up another concern. The poison may end up ingested by other animals, ones no one wishes to kill.


Last, poisoning pigeons might not be legal in a particular area. Anyone intending to poison pigeons should check local laws and regulations before doing so.

How to Get Rid of Pigeons with Poison


Mixing poisons with food pigeons eat represents a straightforward way to carry out the job. Anyone using this method should employ great care so that other animals, and humans, don't suffer harm.


Problems with Pigeons


Some may wonder why it appears necessary to poison pigeons since they are "just birds." True, but they are birds capable of causing much harm. Pigeon droppings may present a disease hazard to humans, and a pigeon infestation may go hand-in-hand with several insect troubles, too. Yes, pigeons carry fleas, lice, and more.


Purchasing and Positioning the Poisons


Manufacturers produce poisons specifically designed for pigeons. It might be advisable to purchase these specific poisons rather than use ones intended for mice, rats, or other pests. Poisons intended for pigeons might be the most effective ones for the jobs.

Placing poisons where the pigeons congregate makes sense. Placing poison-laced food in an area where pigeons "may" collect could prove inefficient.


Concerns about Using Poisons


Poisoning pigeons leads to an obvious result: many dead birds lie on a homeowner's property. Someone now has to perform the removal. Property owners disinterested in performing the job might need to hire a cleanup crew.


Poisoning pigeons may bring up another concern. The poison may end up ingested by other animals, ones no one wishes to kill.


Last, poisoning pigeons might not be legal in a particular area. Anyone intending to poison pigeons should check local laws and regulations before doing so.