Birds nesting in vents can cause a multitude of problems for homeowners, including obstructed airflow, unpleasant odors, and potential health hazards from bird droppings and parasites. If you’re dealing with birds nesting in your vents, it’s essential to take action to remove them safely and effectively. In this blog post, we will explore how our… Continue reading
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Bird Watching Tips During Winter!
For birdwatchers, winter often means less time looking for their favourite feathered friends, and more time patiently waiting for their return. Many different species of birds migrate for the winter months to enjoy warmer climates with sunny skies. Yet, just like us some birds stick around and brave the cold months in Ontario and the… Continue reading
What Do Birds Eat in The Winter?
Birdwatching is a popular hobby all year round. There’s something special about spotting non-migratory birds in the middle of winter as a way of connecting with nature. A lot of people enjoy putting out bird feeders to help our feathered friends survive the colder months. If you’re wondering whether you should feed the birds through… Continue reading
What To Do When Pigeons Invade Your Business?
Historically, pigeons were domesticated birds. Owners used them to carry and deliver messages, which provided a significant system in many older wars. Unfortunately, over time, they have become the most common public nuisance. They are everywhere: in business parking lots, in public parks, on freeway overpasses, on top of buildings and under bridges. If your… Continue reading
When Do Birds Migrate South?
One of the most fascinating aspects of the animal kingdom is how bird migration works. Traditionally, the migration of birds takes place across late summer and fall, and involves huge populations of species moving to warmer temperatures and milder climates for the winter. Some varieties of birds don’t follow this expected pattern of migration. In… Continue reading
What to Do When Starlings Nest on Your Property?
Starlings share a history with the early pioneers who settled in North America. The birds were brought from Britain to help make the new territory appear more like home for the settlers. They have since adapted to the new environment. In fact, they have adapted so well that they have dominated many natural habitats… Continue reading
Animal Control: Interesting Facts About Pigeons in the Wild
Known for their cooing sounds and docile demeanour, pigeons are paid little attention as wildlife animals and are often dismissed as pesky birds. There is more than meets the eye with these birds though. The next time pigeons cause you to call wild animal control, consider these fascinating but little-known facts about the birds.… Continue reading
Birds In Your Dryer Vent? How To Properly Remove Them
Birds are not only graceful creatures but are also important for our ecosystem. However, bird removal becomes a requirement the moment they invade human residences and properties. There are many reasons for this. For example, extremely messy nests built with twigs, grass and dried leaves are the trademark of starlings. If disturbed, these nests generate… Continue reading
3 Birds That Can Wreak Havoc!
Birds are beautiful backyard friends that many homeowners invite to visit with bird houses, feeders and water baths. While a short visit from a feathered friend can be fun, these creatures can cause costly damage to a home and property if they overstay their welcome. The natural environment many of us like to admire is… Continue reading
Birds Can Cause Serious Health Problems!
In addition to the fact that bird populations can be frustrating and plain annoying, they carry with them many more hazards than meet the eye. Many aren’t aware of the fact that some of the most common birds they’re used to seeing in trees, in the street or park are actually transporting diseases unknown to… Continue reading
Birds Could Be Damaging Your Building
Pest birds can be a real disaster both for residents of apartment and condo buildings, as well as the owners and managers. Bird control is almost a given in these situations, as it’s impossible, impractical and ineffective to continuously attempt to scare pest birds away only to have them come back time and time again.… Continue reading
Is It a Bat? No, It’s a Chimney Swift: Learn More
Have you heard a noise coming from your chimney and assume it’s a bat of some sort? Sounds coming from your chimney can most certainly be a bat and bat removal service will be needed if so. However, in many cases, homeowners find that the sound is actually a bird and it might be one… Continue reading
Birds Are So Messy: Removal Methods to Keep Them From Coming Back!
Birds are beautiful creatures that we love to admire from afar as they fly through the air. Birds such as starlings, sparrows and pigeons are common in neighbourhoods and often build their nests in trees near homes, so we can watch their activity if we like. However, these birds also tend to build nests in… Continue reading
Are Starlings a Nuisance to the Environment?
The most common and the worst nuisance bird species in North America is the European Starling. They are considered to be an invasive species. European Starlings are normally described as loud, obnoxious, destructive birds, who steal grain, ravage crops and force out native bird species. Many of the problems created by starlings come from their… Continue reading
How Skedaddle Removes Birds Nests From Vents?
Last spring, the Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control team experienced something that many of our customers face. Birds had found their way into our office bathroom’s fan vent and nested inside the building. We didn’t follow our own advice for protecting vents and ended up with an infestation of birds and bird mites. Here are some… Continue reading
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