Gardens are sanctuaries of growth and beauty, yet the untamed wilderness of Victoria’s landscapes often blurs the lines between our cultivated plots and the natural world. Seasoned and novice gardeners alike face a delicate challenge: how can we coexist with the local wildlife while safeguarding our gardens? The answer lies in a harmonious balance whereby… Continue reading
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Montreal Wildlife Removal: What Should I do When a Bird Nests Near my House?
Spring and summer in Montreal invite a symphony of bird songs, a sure sign of nature’s renewal and vibrancy. However, this melodious backdrop often comes with an unexpected challenge for homeowners – birds deciding to nest in the nooks and crannies of residential properties. While the sight of a bird nesting near your house can… Continue reading
How to Get Rid of Bird Mites
Birds can build nests in the most awkward holes. It doesn’t matter. Birds will make it happen if they feel it’s a great place to live. This could even be inside your home. Birds carry many problems with them. One that can quickly spread is bird mites. What’s a bird mite? It’s a small insect… Continue reading
How to Keep Pigeons Away From Your Business
Town squares, commercial areas, downtown. Pigeons are everywhere. They have no fear of humans. They will peck a French fry right of out your hand. Pigeons have become rodents of the sky. Their reputation precedes them. Pigeons can do a lot of damage to buildings and structures We’ve all seen the statue covered in poop… Continue reading
European Starling Mating Habits
Nothing signals the arrival of spring like the sounds of birds chirping and singing. However, with the arrival of spring comes the mating and birthing season for birds. This can be problematic for home or business owners if the birds decide to build their nests and lay their eggs in or on your home or… Continue reading
The Problems Starling Present to Homes and Businesses
Starlings have become one of Canada’s most common birds. Male and female starlings look similar. Both are glossy black with purplish and greenish iridescence on the head, back and breast. The European Starling has spread quickly through much of Canada and is still expanding in range. Currently it breeds across the U.S. and southern Canada, as… Continue reading
Psittacosis: Common Symptoms, Causes and Treatment
Psittacosis — also known as parrot fever, and ornithosis — is a zoonotic infectious disease caused by a bacterium called Chlamydophila psittaci and contracted from parrots, such as macaws, cockatiels and budgerigars, and pigeons, sparrows, ducks, hens, gulls and many other species of bird. The incidence of infection in canaries and finches is believed to be lower than in psittacine birds. In certain contexts, the word “psittacosis” is used when the disease is carried by… Continue reading
The Health Risks of Bird Droppings
Urban pigeons are descendants of the Rock Dove, a species of pigeon domesticated by humans for food and as pets. Birds that were released or escaped became today’s city pigeons. Pigeon droppings are as much a concern as the pigeons themselves. On average, a well-fed pigeon deposits 25 pounds of droppings a year. Pigeon feces… Continue reading
Why Wildlife Infestations in Urban Areas Increase Every Day
Whether it is the mountain lion living on the edge of Los Angeles, the thousands of feral chickens running around Miami or the thousands of raccoons in Toronto, the facts are indisputable- Many North American species have successfully adapted to urban environments and are thriving. Typical examples include coyotes, the top predator of such regions. Other common urban… Continue reading
The Importance of Cleaning Your Home After an Animal Invasion
When wildlife takes up residence inside your home it can be pretty stressful for you and your family. For most people, the immediate concern is removing the animals and preventing them from getting back in. Getting rid of troublesome raccoons, squirrels, birds, bats, mice and skunks from your home or property is only part of… Continue reading
Bird Prevention Techniques
Every year birds cause millions of dollars of damage to businesses and homes- but that’s only part of the problem that birds pose. In addition to property damage, there are serious health concerns posed by bird droppings, mite-infested nesting sites and dead birds. Environmental groups and health care agencies have recognized the significant health risks… Continue reading
Effective Ways to Remove Birds From Wall Vents
Canada is home to hundreds of varieties of birds. Their bright colours and unique songs make them a welcome sight in any backyard. We even use bird feeders, baths and houses to attract our favourites. Unfortunately, the nesting and roosting habits of certain types of birds can often bring them into conflict with humans. Without… Continue reading
The Dangers of Bird Invasion
When birds of a feather flock together in your home, it can get pretty messy. Pigeons, sparrows and starlings leave behind nests and dropping that can cause serious health problems and frustration for humans forced to share their home with flight of unwanted winged lodgers. Warm nest sites like chimneys, attics and vents are prime… Continue reading
How to Make Sure Wildlife Doesn’t Invade Your Roof Vents
Proper roof venting is critical to maintaining a healthy attic and extending the lives of roofs and shingles. Unfortunately for many homeowners who suffer a visit from uninvited house guests the route into the attic is very often through vents on the roof. Roof venting allows air inside the attic to move and escape which… Continue reading
How To Wildlife Proof your Property in Burlington
Burlington is home to large wildlife populations that are as comfortable in the city as they are in the countryside. With more and more people living in close proximity to wildlife the potential for conflicts is inevitable. For many years, live-trapping wild animals and relocating them away from urban areas was the preferred method for… Continue reading
What Keeps Wildlife Coming Back
Much like humans, wildlife enjoy warm, safe, quiet homes. A raccoon doesn’t know (or care) that an attic belongs to a family home, and the damage it caused to live in the roof will cost the homeowner dearly to fix. The mice scurrying across your kitchen floor and into the tiny hole behind your refrigerator… Continue reading
Keeping Animals Out of Your Home’s Vents
They say an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure and in the case of this homeowner that statement was certainly true. Squirrels used this opening on the side of the house to nest inside the vent system for a bathroom fan. The vent cover was easily bypassed by the squirrel that climbed… Continue reading
Why Expandable Foam Does not Deter Wildlife
With over 25 years’ experience helping homeowners solve wildlife and pest problems, Skedaddle knows just how difficult it can be to keep your home protected. Houses are under constant threat of entry from animals in search of shelter and food. That’s why it’s so important to inspect your home often for activity and potential points… Continue reading
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