Bird Prevention

• The best way to discourage birds for good is to remove their food sources, however in busy urban areas this is not always a practical solution.
• Removing access to nesting sites (for instance by putting barriers over window ledges) can be an effective bird deterrent.
• Make sure bin lids are secure and rubbish bags are not left in the open – gulls, especially, have sharp beaks that will make short work of bin bags.

Signs of a bird infestation problem

• Birds setting on roofs or ledges
  
• Bird noises including continuous bird cries, especially from young/baby birds.
• Bird nests and nesting materials.
• Damaged stock from pecking and bird droppings.
• Droppings look for concentrated areas of droppings where birds roost.
• Debris from nests and feathers as these may block guttering and drainage systems which can lead to other problems.

Diseases Carried by Birds

• Histoplasmosis is a respiratory disease that may be fatal. It results from a fungus growing in dried bird droppings.
• Candidiasis is a yeast or fungus infection spread by pigeons. The disease affects the skin, the mouth, the respiratory system, the intestines and the urogenital tract.
• Cryptococcosis is caused by yeast found in the intestinal tract of pigeons and starlings. The illness often begins as a pulmonary disease and may later affect the central nervous system.
• Salmonellosis often occurs as "food poisoning" and can be traced to pigeons, starlings and sparrows. The disease bacteria are found in bird droppings; dust from droppings can be sucked through ventilators and air conditioners, contaminating food and cooking surfaces in restaurants, homes and food processing plants.
• Escherichia coli (E.coli). When birds peck on cow manure, the E. coli go right through the birds and the bird droppings can land on or in a food or water supply. Can lead to illnesses such as gastro-enteritis and septicaemia.
• Bird mites are often found in nests and roosting places. They feed mainly on bird blood but will also bite humans
• Fowl pest (also known as fowl plague). This virus can be transmitted to people when they’re exposed to faecal and other excretions from infected pigeon birds.
• Psittacosis (also called Ornithosis or pigeon fancier's lung). This infection can be transmitted by inhaling the bacteria from dried droppings or handling feathers of infected pigeons or gulls.

Bird Control Treatments for your business

• Bird Netting
  Bird netting can provide an immediate, effective and discreet solution to rid an area of pest bird problems. The nets are designed to provide 100% exclusion of birds and aim to eliminate birds from roosting and nesting in areas.
• Bird Spikes
  Bird spikes can offer an immediate and effective solution to rid an area of feral/pest bird species. Spikes can be fitted to most outside surfaces, preventing problems associated with birds landing on ledges and leaving unsightly, hazardous droppings.
• Electric Bird Deterrent
  The electric feral/pest bird deterrent is a cost-effective and discreet solution to keep pest birds away. A charger sends out a harmless yet noticeable pulse down the ‘track’ every two to three seconds. This electric pulse lasts only a fraction of a second. The birds are not harmed, but they do learn that the protected surface is to be avoided in the future.
• Optical Bird Scanner
  Optical bird scanners work by reflecting light beams which make the feral/pest bird fly in another direction. It is completely harmless to the bird and will not disrupt your business operation. Only suitable for specific sites. Aerobeam Professional Pest Management technicians will determine if the optical bird scanner is suitable for your business.

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