Have you ever looked up and seen birds flying in a perfect V shape? It is a common sight in Vaughan, but that makes it no less impressive that birds can do this so well. At Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control in Vaughan, we strive to understand the wildlife around us to help us offer more effective and humane solutions. Understanding how birds operate can help us with bird removal jobs.

How Do Birds Fly in Such Perfect Unison?

Flocks of birds can hold Vs and other similar shapes for extended periods in almost perfect unison. For humans to achieve this with planes requires extensive practice and communication. So, it may be surprising that certain bird species appear to be able to do it almost instinctively.

Interestingly, the method of flying in formation is likely related to the reason for it. Typically, formation flying is a technique used by larger, migrating birds such as geese and pelicans. The Canadian goose is perhaps the most famous example of a formation flyer. These birds tend to glide a lot and like to conserve their energy compared to smaller birds. While soaring through the air, their wings create updrafts behind them. The birds further back in the formation can simply follow the updraft created by the lead birds.

Why Do Birds Fly Together?

Scientists believe that the main reason for formation flying is likely conservation of energy. The rearward birds can expend as little as half the energy they would use flying alone. The flock will rotate positions periodically so that everyone has a chance to benefit from the updraft.

Additionally, it is likely that birds fly in formation for safety and for easier navigation. When migrating, they are flying long distances through unfamiliar areas, so staying together is a good strategy.

Other birds also fly in flocks but not in such distinct formations. For example, European starlings and blackbirds are well known for flying in swarm-like flocks called murmurations. Although not quite as perfect as the famous V formation of geese and other migrators, these murmurations include some impressive feats of coordinated flying. Exactly how this is accomplished isn’t known, but it seems likely that the aeronautical effects of the lead birds help to guide the followers.

What Should You Do About a Bird Infestation?

While bird flight is an amazing sight to watch, if you have birds living in your home or business, you likely want to get them out. Bird removal can be quite challenging due to their ability to simply fly away from threats.

It is always a good idea to call in professional and humane wildlife control in Vaughan. With the right help, you can address the issue promptly, effectively and safely. You should never try to handle wildlife yourself.

Why Is Professional Bird Removal Important?

The main reason why you should call in professional wildlife control is that birds and other wildlife can carry disease. By trying to handle them yourself, you may be exposing yourself to pathogens in their droppings, nests and carried by the birds themselves.

Additionally, it is difficult to effectively remove birds. At Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control in Vaughan, we use a three-step process that removes the birds, prevents them from returning and cleans the affected area to minimize health risks. Our approach consistently achieves superior results compared to traditional methods all while being more humane.

Learn More About Bird Removal in Vaughan

If you are dealing with a bird infestation in your home or business, contact Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control in Vaughan today. We can help you to address the bird or other wildlife problems on your property. Schedule an appointment with our knowledgeable technicians today.