Ducks don’t like disco
We’ve had a major breakthrough at Bird Control Australia recently which has resulted in a solution to defecating duck problems around swimming pools, river fronts and ovals.
These pesky ducks who like to turn up at night, not only dodge their entrance fee but they leave a mighty big mess of duck poo behind.
Being mainly night time pests means that we have the advantage of getting the highest and best use out of our lasers! The Bird Laser Bird deterrent works in the dark and at dawn or in dimly lit areas sending out a series of very bright, flashing green and red laser lights which look a little like disco lights only brighter.
The Hawk Laser is a single beam laser and is strong enough to scare the ducks day and night. The 80mW Hawk laser is suggested during the night. For larger pool areas and during the day, the 500mW Hawk laser Pro or Ultimate Auto laser are recommended.
The addition of the Scarybird Kite adds to the pressure, it is a swooping kite in the shape of an eagle which comes complete with a 9 meter pole.
The Motion Activated Sprinkler– Hydroblast Scarecrow has been a popular choice as well. You can link several up together, the sensor will set off the high pressure water trigger.
These strategies are now being implemented by local councils, and laser bird deterrent technology is also increasingly being considered as part of broader bird-management and biosecurity programs.
In particular, keeping wild birds away from sensitive areas can help reduce the opportunity for birds to congregate around facilities where their presence creates operational, hygiene or biosecurity concerns.
Since this article was first published in 2018, laser bird deterrent technology has continued to evolve. Bird Control Australia systems are now being used in a wider range of environments, including council-managed areas and poultry operations, where managing the presence of wild birds can form part of broader hygiene and biosecurity strategies.
With growing concerns around avian influenza and other biosecurity risks, effective bird management is becoming increasingly important for councils, sporting facilities, waterfront areas and agricultural and poultry operations.
Of course, a laser bird deterrent is not a replacement for an overall biosecurity plan, but it can be another useful tool for helping discourage unwanted wild birds from congregating in sensitive areas.
