Category: Birds

The Spring season brings warmer weather and longer days, but did you know it’s also the prime bird nesting season?  You can expect to notice more bird activity around your property during this time of year; maybe you’ve noticed nesting materials collecting around your building or perhaps an increase in bird droppings. Unfortunately, bird control … Continued

Seagulls are a regular annoyance for Brits at the seaside; maybe they’ve stolen your fish and chips or chased after you for your ice cream, but how far does it go? Are seagulls dangerous?  We’ve seen outrageous stories in the news over the past few years. In 2019 a Chihuahua was whisked away by a … Continued

Our towns and cities are full of pigeons. But did you know that just under half of the feral pigeon population here in the UK carry infectious diseases that can be transmitted to humans? So, what diseases do pigeons carry? Feral pigeons can carry up to 60 different varieties of pathogens at a time, placing … Continued

We see them everywhere, but just why are there so many pigeons in London? Pigeons throughout history have always been drawn to densely populated areas, and this is partly because a higher number of people means they have a higher chance of finding food.  Unfortunately, the public’s opinion surrounding pigeons varies quite dramatically. For example, … Continued

Let’s face it; feral pigeons are not everybody’s favourite animal… They have taken over our cities, leaving behind mess and damage wherever they go. The fact we often refer to them as ‘flying rats’ clearly demonstrates our feelings towards pigeons – and it’s not a positive one. Because of this, the term ‘vermin’ is often … Continued

Poor old pigeons get a bad press. They are actually highly intelligent creatures. However, with the number of diseases they carry and the negative stigma around them, naturally, we want them gone. But how do we get rid of pigeons? The short answer? Humanely! Any other way would be breaking the law. What are Pigeons? … Continued

You’ll find seagulls scattered across all of the UK’s coastal towns. In the modern-day, you’ll even find them venturing further inshore to take advantage of the abundance of food and shelter our cities and towns offer. You may be surprised to know, but there are no such species called a ‘seagull.’ In fact, seagulls or … Continued

Pigeons are fantastic creatures; they are intelligent and complex. However, as a pest control company, we also witness the damage pigeons cause daily. It often results in thousands of pounds of damage and serious risks to public health. All this being said, it doesn’t mean we can’t marvel at these fascinating birds and tell you … Continued