Falconry may sound like something out of a myth or fairy tale, but the practice of training and using birds of prey to assist in nuisance bird removal is real and effective. Since this practice is obscure to many people, this article will dive further into the practice of falconry to shed some detail on just what falconry is and how birds of prey are trained. What Is Falconry? In the most traditional form, this practice is the hunting of small animals in the wild with a trained bird of prey. Alternatively, falconry can also be used to scare away nuisance birds simply by their presence in a nes ..read more

Seagulls are a staple of any UK seaside town or resort. These birds are part of a seaside culture, but when it comes to a local home or business owner, seagulls can be a nuisance that will leave residents wondering how to get rid of seagulls. When getting rid of seagulls, practical traps and repellents are the best options to utilise to ensure the birds are repelled from your property. Falconry, anti-bird spikes, parallel wires, bird netting, bird gels, decoy kites, and lasers are all effective in ridding seagulls from your property. Even the most ardent bird lovers admit that seagulls are, at ..read more

London is thought to be home to close to three million pigeons – one per three people. No wonder we’re tripping over them and dodging pigeon poo everywhere we go! But why is London the pigeon HQ of the UK? Feral pigeons and other pest birds gather in numbers where there is easy access to food and shelter. That is why densely populated areas, such as the city and boroughs of London, have evolved to become a perfect pigeon habitat. Read our blog post to find out the extent of the pigeon problem in London, what risk they pose and the types of pest control techniques available. If you ar ..read more

Pigeons fly virtually everywhere in search of a nesting and perching spot. But unlike other birds, it seems like pigeons mainly enjoy gathering on rooftops. The rooftops in which pigeons roost can range from residential housing units, tall buildings, restaurants, shops and more. So why do pigeons gather on roofs across the city? Pigeon behaviour can be strange and unorthodox to other birds. Pigeons tend to gather on urban roofs due to their circular and grouped flying patterns. These birds also gather on city roofs to be near a food source and out of reach from predators or other nuisances. Ar ..read more

When it comes to bird deterrent, there are a comprehensive range of techniques for nuisance birds. But one of the most effective is undoubtedly bird netting. This type of bird proofing comes in many colour choices and can be draped over practically any type of structure of vegetation to shield it from the nuisances that birds can cause. No matter the bird species, bird netting installation, when installed correctly, can make a world of difference as a bird deterrent and a physical, humane barrier. When used on a roof, netting is great for protecting solar panels, roof gardens, and in preventin ..read more

When it comes to captive-bred birds, there are many who feel that any type of human-trained behaviours is a form of animal cruelty – including falconry. But this type of training is not cruelty, rather falconry is a practice that taps into the natural instincts of birds of prey. Falconry is used to control nuisance pests and should not be considered cruel since it is a process used to train birds of prey. In this practice, falconers take young birds or passage birds, and teach them how to hunt better through positive training techniques and rewards, whilst caring for them in captivity. Since t ..read more

Not everyone considers birds to be pests, as many of us enjoy hanging out feeders and filling up bird baths in order to encourage them to visit. But although these birds naturally forage on cereals and seeds, they have quickly adapted to scavenging on processed foods and discarded takeaways. This is why the overflowing bins that line the bustling streets of London and dot the shores around Kent’s idyllic coastal retreats, are proving so popular with pigeons and gulls. How do you keep birds away? Pest birds are attracted to areas where food is abundant and there are plentiful places to perch. B ..read more

Birds are intelligent animals that will not be scared away by methods that they know will not harm them. Since nuisance birds can be a major problem and do not consistently respond with fear to anti-bird products, what can scare birds away and keep them away? There is a wide range of anti-bird products that can effectively scare birds away. For the best results, natural methods like falconry are the best methods to consider since this process works by using larger, birds of prey to intimidate smaller nuisance birds. Since anti-bird products are only effective as a temporary solution, this arti ..read more

It may sound hard to believe, but pigeons are actually a bit of a nuisance to human populations, no matter how attractive these pests can be. Pest control measures frequently include pigeon deterrent procedures due to the risk of disease and property damage that pigeons can bring. When getting rid of pigeons, practical traps and repellents are the best options to utilise to ensure the birds are repelled from your property. Falconry, anti-bird spikes, parallel wires, bird netting, bird gels, decoy kites, and lasers are all effective in ridding pigeons from your property. This article will go ov ..read more

Hints and tips to help you control pest birds In the case of unwanted visitors roosting in your home or commercial property, PMP strongly advise the help of professional bird control services. These birds are tenacious, determined and prone to attack if threatened. Prevention methods like those offered by PMP are the best way to deter birds from roosting on your property. In addition, there are ways you can help to deter nuisance birds from making themselves at home. Here are a few hints and tips on how to spot the signs of an infestation, and some DIY prevention methods. How to spot the signs ..read more