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The control of feral pigeons an independent approach

The control of feral pigeons an independent approach Discusses the problems caused by pigeons in buildings and somecommon control techniques, and outlines a remedial programme. Brieflyexamines the natural history of the feral pigeon. Details the commoncontrol techniques of food reduction, poisons and narcotic baits,trapping, fertility control and removal of nest sites, shooting,predators, bird scarers, bird nets,sprung wires, spikes and repellentgels. Advocates the implementation of a specialized site investigationand suggests that control is unlikely to be achieved by the applicationof a single product or technique. http://www.deepdyve.com/assets/images/DeepDyve-Logo-lg.png Structural Survey Emerald Publishing

The control of feral pigeons an independent approach

Hutton, T.C.; Dobson, J.
Structural Survey , Volume 11 (2): 9 – Feb 1, 1993
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Discusses the problems caused by pigeons in buildings and somecommon control techniques, and outlines a remedial programme. Brieflyexamines the natural history of the feral pigeon. Details the commoncontrol techniques of food reduction, poisons and narcotic baits,trapping, fertility control and removal of nest sites, shooting,predators, bird scarers, bird nets,sprung wires, spikes and repellentgels. Advocates the implementation of a specialized site investigationand suggests that control is unlikely to be achieved by the applicationof a single product or technique.

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Structural Survey – Emerald Publishing

Published: Feb 1, 1993

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