Older's pest bird control Articles from Apr. 12th 1971 to ...

Controlling pest birds in the food processing industry

Pest birds can be a serious health and safety issue if they are not controlled. In food processing plants they can cause extensive damage, health issues and safety problems to workers. Pest birds such as pigeons, starlings and sparrows are very common in and around commercial facilities. These facilities often provide perfect roosting places, shelter for nesting and a wonderful food source. ...

Mar. 19, 2009

By Bird-B-Gone, Inc.

Fall bird season – keep birds away all year

As cold weather creeps in and we get deeper into fall bird season, bird control priorities become slightly different. However, there is still a lot that can be done this time of year to keep birds away all year long. Here are some interesting facts and tips for a better approach to fall bird season / pest bird control: Stop birds from perching. Fall bird season is peak migration time and pest ...

Dec. 3, 2012

By Bird-X Inc.

Stop feeding pigeons in Chicago!

Do city pigeon problems require legal action? Anyone in Chicago has seen the signs: “Don’t Feed the Pigeons.” And there is always that disregarding individual who walks right past the sign with a handful (or more) of seed ready to feed the pigeons anyways. These signs are not there for decoration; they serve an important purpose. Currently, Chicago’s Municipal Code ...

Jan. 8, 2013

By Bird-X Inc.

How-To: Design landscapes for humane bird, pest control

A perfect landscape boasts both beauty and safety. When you create landscape designs for your clients, the last thing you want is to have them destroyed by unwanted pests such as birds or small rodents. Creating a comforting and pest-free environment doesn’t need to be complicated. Bird-X explains that landscapers should consider solutions like alternative landscape design options, ...

Apr. 11, 2016

By Bird-X Inc.

Agrilaser Autonomic 2016 Pest Best Product award

At PestTech 2016, the Agrilaser Autonomic won first prize in the Pest Best Product of the year award 2016. PestTech 2016 is the Annual Exhibition and Conference put on by the National Pest Technicians Association in the UK, held on November 2nd in Birmingham. With an exhibition consisting of over 50 exhibitors, a series of seminars on interesting and informative topics as well as practical ...

Dec. 7, 2016

By Bird Control Group

Controlling pest birds in public schools

Pilots, golfers, and virtually anyone who is responsible for the safety of others are concerned about dealing with “pest birds” effectively. They include pigeons, Canada geese, seagulls, starlings and others that contaminate and damage the various buildings in which we live, work, and play. Bird droppings have the potential to transmit over 60 known diseases, and they are also a safety hazard ...

Mar. 16, 2009

By Bird-B-Gone, Inc.

Customer Education top priority for Bird-X, says latest blog post

In their most recent blog post, Bird-X highlights some of their most commonly received customer questions. From ultrasonic pest deterrents to bird spikes to taste aversions, the company breaks down the science and reasoning behind how their products are able to keep birds and other pest animals at bay. For residential consumers, using products other than the typical lawn sprays or traps may seem ...

Oct. 18, 2016

By Bird-X Inc.

Don’t let the bed bugs bite

What creature feeds on humans and lives in the dark? No, it’s not a vampire—it’s a bed bug! Bed bugs can lurk in even the smallest hiding places and can wreak havoc on you and your loved ones. But, how do you know if you have bed bugs? One sign would be a sudden rash or lots of small bites appearing on your skin. Shedded skin remnants, fecal matter, or even small white eggs ...

Feb. 24, 2016

By Bird-X Inc.

Breaking into new industries—The Bird-X approach

In golf, a ‘birdie’ is usually a good thing. After attending February’s Golf Industry Show in San Diego, Bird-X found out that birdies are causing quite the stir on golf courses across the country. The reason is the number one pest bird culprit on golf courses—the Canada goose. Canada geese congregate around ponds and lakes, and have been known to produce around a pound ...

Apr. 4, 2016

By Bird-X Inc.

Bird-b-gone spikes used on new i-35 bridge in minneapolis

It has been a little over a year since the I-35 Bridge in Minneapolis failed during rush hour traffic on August 1, 2007, collapsing to the river and riverbanks beneath. The bridge, which brought nearly 140,000 passengers across the Mississippi river daily, had been a major route for commuter in the area. 13 lives were lost and nearly a hundred people wounded when the bridge collapsed. The ...

May 25, 2010

By Bird-B-Gone, Inc.

Food facility nightmares: When birds attack

Food establishments know firsthand that food safety is paramount to good business. When pest birds think they are welcome to roost in your facility, food safety violations will keep piling up. Between contaminating products, defacing property, and causing overall chaos, pest birds can create quite a nightmare. According to Food Safety News, colder weather encourages birds to search for indoor ...

Feb. 22, 2016

By Bird-X Inc.

Keep rodents away with organic rodent repellent. Listener-tested, Trapper-approved.

Can you keep rodents away without using traps or poisons? Yes. And it’s a good idea when you’re trying to keep rodents away from areas where children or pets might be affected. Here is what happened when a radio host put Nature’s Defense Organic Mouse & Rat Repellent granules to the test with his listeners… In West Middlesex, Pennsylvania – around 60 miles ...

Sep. 6, 2012

By Bird-X Inc.

Protect Your Pumpkin Patch From Pest Birds

As the leaves begin to change colors and temperatures drop, more and more pumpkin patches are opening for business. Don’t let pest birds ruin the season you’ve waited all year long for. Keep your pumpkin patch safe from pest birds with these tips from Avian Control. Scare Away Pest Birds Stop birds from pecking at your pumpkins by scaring them away. There are numerous methods that ...

Oct. 7, 2016

By Avian Enterprises, LLC

Coyote Control: How urban coyotes are invading our cities

Coyotes have descended on our towns and cities… Can we peacefully coexist with this common pest animal? A distinctively American species, the coyote has lived in North America for more than a million years. But despite widespread attempts at eradication since the early 19th-century, coyotes have adapted and are now well-established in 49 states, including most major metropolitan areas.i ...

Aug. 18, 2016

By Bird-X Inc.

The Faces of Bird-X

What’s it like to work in bird control? Three members from Bird-X’s sales and customer service teams answer questions about their day-to-day activities and the industry as a whole. Ray Kroc once said, “You’re only as good as the people you hire.” Kroc may have been in the food industry, but that sentiment rings true everywhere—especially at Bird-X. Bird-X, the ...

Mar. 17, 2016

By Bird-X Inc.

Bird netting for warehouses, hangars and large commerical applications

Pest birds can be both a hazard and an expensive nuisance when they nest and gather in hangars, under overhangs, warehouses and other large covered areas. But thanks to bird netting, many of these problems can be avoided.Clearly the most obvious problem created by pest birds is their droppings. These can quickly clog gutters and down pipes. They can also cause ceilings, rooftop turbine ...

Aug. 1, 2009

By Bird-B-Gone, Inc.

Four things to know before getting an ultrasonic deterrent

There are many bird and pest deterrents on the market, and with some research you will be able to find the best humane deterrent for your pest situation. A newer and more effective type of electronic solution is ultrasonic bird and pest control. How It Works Ultrasonic repellents work differently than other deterrents. They use high frequencies (which the human ear cannot hear) to deter ...

Feb. 20, 2017

By Bird-X Inc.

Super rat plague – And it’s not fiction

You may be wondering what makes a rat so ‘super.’ Well, it’s not an explanation any rodent loather would love. Super rats are defined by their abnormal abilities to grow larger in size and be impervious to common pest poisons. In places like Britain, these rodents have evolved into 2 foot long creatures that seem to continuously grow in numbers—potentially outnumbering ...

Feb. 1, 2016

By Bird-X Inc.

Green products. Green company!

Bird-X pest control products are safe and non-toxic. They modify the environment to teach pests to stay away from problem areas. There’s no continuous application of chemicals and no killing. That saves resources compared to cleaning up pest bird and animal mess. But how else does Bird-X strive to be a green company? The Bird-X green office environment makes an “eco-friendly” ...

Feb. 26, 2013

By Bird-X Inc.

With spring around the corner, prevention is key

With Spring Around the Corner, Prevention is Key As the snow thaws and daylight hours increase, a number of pest animals make their way back into our backyards, gardens, gutters, and more places we plan to spruce up for the warmer months. Pest birds and animals can not only wreak havoc on budding flowers and plants, but they can also carry transmissible zoonotic diseases and create ...

Mar. 15, 2018

By Bird-X Inc.

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