Local Bird Treatment

Having birds in your yard does not mean you have a bird infestation. They are likely just visiting. But there are a few signs that will inform you of a bird problem.

1. You find bird nests.
   Many birds make their nests in trees. So, seeing a few bird nests in a tree is not a cause for concern. However, if you notice bird nests in or on your buildings or lawn ornaments, that can indicate a problem.
2. You hear lots of bird noises.
   Birds make noise. Many birds have beautiful calls that are nice to listen to. But constant loud bird noises indicate a problem. This is especially true if you hear the birds in your home.
3. You notice too many droppings.
   Bird droppings happen occasionally, especially if you have feeders set up. If you notice an increase in droppings, though, you might have a bird problem. Often droppings will accumulate underneath nests, which is a good way to find out where the errant birds live.

Likely, you do not want to completely remove all birds from your yard. Birds provide too many benefits and are just enjoyable to have around. However, you will want to remove all bird nests in buildings. Plus, if you have a flock hanging out on your property, that can be a nuisance.

The following tips will help you keep the bird population in your yard to a minimum.

1. Remove all food and water sources.
   This can be a problem for people who like to feed birds. But, if you are worried about the number of birds on your property, you will need to ensure they do not have the food and water that attracted them to your yard in the first place.
2. Ensure any openings are covered in mesh.
   You likely have openings in your roofline, under your eaves, or in outbuildings. If you don't want birds to make their nests in those locations, you will need to cover them with mesh.
3. Use fake (or real) predators.
   Cats and dogs can do a good job of deterring birds from your yard. You can also try placing fake predators in your yard to scare off the birds.
4. Contact a pest removal company.
   Professional bird removal is the safest and most effective way to get rid of birds. Just make sure you use a company that specializes in wildlife removal. At GoLocal Pest Control, we can help your find the right exterminator for your bird problem.

To prevent birds, you first have to know why they are coming into your yard. The good news is that there are only a few reasons why you may have a bird problem.

1. There are a lot of insects, grubs, and worms around.
   Birds eat grubs, insects, and worms. If your yard provides these things, then it will have a lot of birds. Some bird species also eat berries, fruit, and corn. So, yards with gardens or fruit trees will also attract birds.
2. Your home and outbuildings provide nesting places.
   Birds need a secure place to build their nests. They especially like trees, under the eaves of your house, and in porches. The more secure, secluded places there are for nests, the more birds will live on your property.
3. There is a ready source of water.
   Birds, like all living things, need water to survive. Some people try to attract birds to their yards with birdbaths. However, you don't need a birdbath to attract birds. You just need an easy source of water. Pools, ponds, streams, and other standing water are all acceptable sources for birds.

Preventing birds from gaining a foothold in your yard is the best solution. It will save you the damage and annoyance caused by lots of birds in your yard. Plus, you will not have to try and figure out how to remove the bird problem.

Bird prevention can be a little tricky. But the following tips may help.

1. Install motion-activated sprinklers.
   Most bird species are prey. They are easily scared. So, motion-activated lights or sprinklers are a good way to keep birds off your lawn. They will turn on when the birds land, which should scare the birds away.
2. Use a bird-repelling decoy.
   Traditional scarecrows are not as helpful in repelling birds. But owl decoys often work very well. Other bird-repelling decoys include kites and sonic cannons. Your local farm and home or home improvement store will likely have many options to choose from.
3. Put wire meh over common bird nesting locations.
   Birds have likely been nesting in your yard for a long time. You should know where their most common nesting areas are located. Put a wire mesh over these locations to prevent this year's birds from building their nests. That should break the cycle.
4. Contact a bird removal expert.
   Your best bet in preventing a bird problem is to contact a bird removal expert. They can help you with bird-repelling tactics. At GoLocal Pest Control, we will find you the top bird exterminators in your area.

In the last twenty years, researchers have discovered that birds actually evolved from dinosaurs. They evolved from sa group of dinosaurs called theropods. These were meat-eating dinosaurs that even included the T. rex.

Your favorite bird isn't a cousin of the T. rex. unfortunately. Birds evolved from smaller members of the theropod dinosaurs. They didn't start looking like modern birds until after the Cretaceous period—when the dinosaurs died. Most scientists believe birds began looking like their modern counterparts at least sixty million years ago. However, some evidence suggests that birds were nearly in their modern form one hundred million years ago.

The result of this long history is that there are thousands of bird species throughout the world. They are even one of the few species to live in Antarctica. It is estimated that there are between 9,000-10,000 bird species worldwide. There are 1107 bird species in the United States. A lot of those birds live in Alaska, 521 species to be exact.

Now that you know more about birds' history, it's time to discuss their appearance. Birds may vary significantly, but they have the same features. These include feathers, a beak, wings, and light skeletons. All birds lay eggs and many build nests to house those eggs.

That is where the similarities end though. Birds can come in a variety of colors, sizes, and even shapes. Take the most common birds in the United States, for example.

1. Cardinal:
   Cardinals have a bright red body, a red bill, and a black face. They are usually between 8-9 inches.
2. Pigeon:
   Pigeons are plump birds with small bills. They are grey with black stripes on their wings and a green head and neck.
3. Chicken:
   Chickens are distinguished from other birds by their comb and two wattles. There are many different varieties of chicken.
4. American Robin:
   Robins have a red breast and are grey on the rest of their bodies. Their heads are dark. They are one of the most popular songbirds in the country.

As you can see, there is a lot of variety in birds. If you notice a lot of the same species in your yard or building nests in your buildings, you need professional help. Let the experts at GoLocal Pest Control help you find the top bird removal services in your area.

Birds are tricky to completely remove from a yard. You probably don't even want them completely removed. But it is important to hire an exterminator that can prevent any birds from buildings nests where they are not wanted. The exterminator should also be able to help to end any unwanted large flocks of birds scratching up your yard.

The best way to gauge a potential bird exterminator is by asking the following questions.

1. What is your experience exterminating birds?
2. Are any of your treatments toxic?
3. Will your treatment prevent all birds from entering my yard?
4. What do you do for unwanted nests?
5. Do I need to repeat this treatment every year?
6. What types of birds are most likely to invade my home and yard?

Bird extermination usually focuses on the removal of bird nests. The technician will first perform an inspection. They will determine what types of birds are most common in your yard and their preferred nesting places.

Then the technician will seal up any common bird nesting sites. They will also remove any existing bird nests. Make sure that the exterminator you hire is familiar with your local laws governing bird nest removal. Some bird species are protected and must be undisturbed until their young have left the nest. If you have one of these species in your yard, you will be able to seal up their nesting location after the family has moved on. A good exterminator will be able to guide you through the legality of birds nest removal.

Birds are a very local pest. They appear in each of the fifty states and the U.S. territories. However, the species of bird most common to a particular area change depending on the location. Many birds migrate, so they will be seasonal pests.

To solve your bird problem, you need a localized solution. The best place to get this is from a local pest control company. At GoLocal Pest Control, we can help you find the top bird removal experts in your area. Our location finder is easy to use and provides pre-screen, quality results for any location in the country. Contact us today or visit this page to learn more about how our process works.