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How to Haze Wintering Nuisance Geese

12/30/2022

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Seems fitting to talk about wintering geese especially after a blizzard crippled most of the country and a polar vortex so cold that even Miami, Florida reached temperatures in the 40’s on Christmas Day. As the peak of migration season has come and gone for migratory birds heading south, you can bet that pretty much any waterfowl species hanging around isn’t going anywhere. Typically, resident geese or birds that have found all they need to survive the winter have settled in and already started leaving their mark on your property, local agriculture fields, and of course becoming a hazard for nearby airports.
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Normally simple hazing techniques prove to be very effective, however when dealing with migratory birds in the winter most techniques are either ineffective or have minimal success mainly due to low levels of energy, cold temps, and familiarity with non-lethal hazing techniques used on them all year. Below is a list of techniques that we at Loomacres Wildlife Management have found effective and ineffective when using non-lethal techniques to haze wintering Geese.

  1. Decoys or Effigies: Probably the most popular method used in residential areas or business parks, a well-placed Coyote Decoy can be effective at keeping Geese from nesting or roosting on your property especially during spring and summer months. However, as the year progresses Geese become desensitized and less weary. Our expert opinion and recommendations is don’t expect substantial results with this tactic.
  2. Propane Cannons: If you haven’t seen this in action click this link and enjoy. Loud bangs mimicking shot gun blasts scares just about anyone including Geese. If used and timed in conjunction with your problem geese trying to either roost overnight or resting during the day the sound of the cannon along with human presence will keep them moving. Due to noise ordinance in residential areas the downside of this technique is typically used at airports or private lakes and ponds. Our expert opinion and recommendation thumbs up!
  3. Drones and RC Trucks: Probably the fastest growing technique for hazing geese is the use of drones and RC Trucks, Cars, and Boats. They are fun to use, mostly effective and you can strap a go pro to them for your YouTube channel. However due to cold temperatures, snow, ice, and of course wind using drones and RC vehicles can be a costly error and be more frustrating than effective. We find this technique way easier and more of a fair-weather tactic for hazing geese and do not recommend it for winter hazing.
  4. Pyrotechnics: Easily the most dangerous technique and we recommend proper training before attempting or implementing the use of bangers, or whistlers when hazing geese. For migratory birds that have limited interactions with this tactic it can be effective, however several studies have shown that wintering geese would basically fly away and come back to the same area within an hour. (Click here for study) We find this technique to have short term success but not effective at solving your problem.
  5. Border Collies / Falconry: By far the best tactic and most effective tactic to illicit immediate results. A well-trained dog or a bird of prey introduces a predator to your nuisance geese and when geese feel unsafe or pressured by a natural predator they will disperse quickly and try and find somewhere else to feed, roost or rest. We highly recommend this technique and have been using it for years due to its effectiveness.

When dealing with wintering geese that are causing property or agricultural damage and becoming a hazard to airport and aviation safety our staff at Loomacres Wildlife Management find the most effective techniques for hazing nuisance geese is the use of Border Collies, Propane Cannons, and Falconry. For more information or to speak with one of on staff biologist please fill out the contact form below and someone from our company will reach out as soon as possible. 

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Conducting a Wildlife Hazard Site Visit.

2/28/2022

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Airports conduct Wildlife Site Visits performed by Certified Airport Wildlife Biologist for several reasons. For example if there’s an upcoming project like a new perimeter fence or retention pond, new habitat attractants, recent wildlife strike, or if the airport is unsure whether to conduct a Wildlife Hazard Assessment and update their Wildlife Hazard Management Plan. An Airport Wildlife Hazard Site Visit is executed from one to three days and is intended to get a quick evaluation and analysis of the Airports current Wildlife Hazards, Mitigation efforts, policies and procedures and future risks.
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When a Certified Airport Wildlife Biologist conducts a Site Visit, the biologist may also provide the airport with Wildlife Mitigation suggestions for immediate action if necessary or to recommend a full Wildlife Hazard Assessment to be performed. If an airport already has a Wildlife Hazard Management Plan (WHMP), airport management can use a Site Visit to investigate wildlife strikes to aircraft or see if the Plan needs to be updated. Airports can also use a Site Visit to decide if a proposed land use in the vicinity of an airport will increase the potential for wildlife hazards at the airport. For non-certificated airports that do not have a Plan, a Site Visit can provide a suitable basis to develop a basic WHMP.

At Loomacres Wildlife Management our team of biologist focus on the following key areas when conducting a Site Visit
  • Wildlife Strike History – In house data and the FAA Strike Database.
  • Habitat Attractants on or near the airfield
  • Airport Maintenance and Operations Procedures
  • Current Wildlife Hazard Management Plan (WHMP)
  • Most Recent WHA
  • State & Federal Wildlife Control Permits
  • Direct or In Direct Wildlife Observations
  • Mitigation and Wildlife Control activities
  • Perimeter Fence Condition
  • Communication of hazards between pilots and ATC

Data in the field is collected from several different observation spots on the airfield and at different times of the day to ensure all areas are covered and information is recorded. Once the Biologist has collected and reviewed all findings from the above listed focus points, a full summary and analysis is submitted to the Airports Operator. From this report the airport can take the information at hand provided by Loomacres and make a quick and informed decision.
For more information or to schedule a Wildlife Site Visit with one of Loomacres Certified Airport Wildlife Biologist please CLICK HERE or fill out the form below and someone will contact you shortly. 


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3 Ways Airports Can Save Money

1/26/2022

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3 Ways Airports Can Save Money
 
After the travel ban of 2020 and now in the post Covid 19 business world some industries that depend on travel or tourism were left out to dry and may never recover. The lack of revenue has impacted budgets and spending for just about every airport in this country. Airport managers and leadership teams are reviewing everything in the budget and looking to cut cost and scale back. Here are a three ways Airport Managers can save money and still get top notch service without sacrificing the safety of aircrafts and passenger.  
 
  1. Virtual Wildlife Hazard Training: Obviously there is nothing like receiving hands on training for your staff when it comes to wildlife mitigation. Having a Certified Airport Wildlife Biologist come to your airport and train them on firearm safety, pyrotechnics, drone management, and trapping is better in person and there is no debate. However, the FAA has allowed companies to provide this class online. This is extremely cost effective and saves on travel expenses meals and lodging. Do yourself a favor and compare a quote for in person and virtual you might be pleased.  
 
  1. Combine WHMP Review / P139 Wildlife Hazard Training: Rather than have these separate simply roll them into one process. Loomacres Training staff will review your WHMP and customize their training to your airport. By combining the two you will absolutely save on time, efficiency, and money.
 
  1. Contract Competition: instead of just renewing your USDA contract like you do year after year, invite competitors to compete for your Wildlife Mitigation contract. Private owned companies like Loomacres Wildlife Management are extremely competitive on price when compared to the USDA and you never know what additional value and updated methods you could be missing out on.
 
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5 Reasons Virtual Wildlife Hazard Management Training Is Trending

1/5/2022

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It’s hard to believe that two years ago the world started dealing with the spread of the Covid-19 pandemic that is still lingering as we enter 2022. The way we travel, eat at restaurants, conduct business has all changed dramatically, even our kids schooling, sports, and social lives have altered all with the one thing in mind and that is safety! Airports around the world and especially here in the United States have been meeting and planning for potentially another shut down. With new strains of C-19 (Delta and Omicron variants) spreading and a huge spike in positive test results, we could be in for stricter travel mandates, or even travel bans to help prevent the spread of this virus.

In late 2019 the FAA granted Airport Wildlife Biologists and privately owned companies like Loomacres Wildlife Management temporary approval to conduct WHMP reviews and P-139 Airport Wildlife Hazard Training and Identification courses virtually. By utilizing platforms like Zoom, Join.me and Microsoft teams, required Airport Personnel have been able to meet the annual requirements for Wildlife Hazard Management Training.  

When the pandemic first hit and shutdown was in place as well as the travel ban, we noticed several airports put training on the back burner, rightfully so. However, as the ban started to slowly lift and airports needed to fulfill their Wildlife Training requirements, virtual training took off. After a year of refining our curriculum and material, here are some of the reasons Airports have chosen to do their P-139 Wildlife Hazard Training as well as their Wildlife Hazard Management Plan Review online rather than in person.

  1. Health and Safety: Without a doubt the health and safety of employees is extremely important, especially considering the fall out of an employee testing positive for Covid. Depending on state regulations a positive test can result in weeks of quarantine. By having your staff complete their training from the comfort of home or office you limit the risk of exposure.
  2. Convenience: The traditional training required a Certified Airport Wildlife Biologist to conduct in-person training, which Loomacres still offers for several clients that prefer it. The one drawback to this was trying to get your entire staff to be in training at the same time. This can be challenging for airports that have multiple shifts to deal with. By utilizing virtual training your employees can attend a training when they are available. This works great with airports that have A, B, and C shifts. Also, we’ve seen a lot of requests from our clients hiring new employees that need to be certified and trained on Wildlife Identification and Wildlife Management.
  3. Cost Effective: With online training, Airports no longer must pay for travel expenses if employees are attending training at an offsite location. Also, most companies factor in the travel expenses of their Biologist to conduct the training class at your airport. This will drive the cost of training up and let’s be honest, budgets aren’t exactly loose right now.
  4. Networking: Most of our online trainings have attendees from multiple airports all over the country. This allows virtual training participants to share what works for them, techniques, stories, and knowledge. It is not uncommon for participants to bounce several ideas off one another making the class extremely interactive.
  5. Updated Training Curriculum: No one likes the same training year after year on the same topics. We take pride in having the most up to date and pertinent training class in the industry. Our trainers often revise their training material routinely based on the feedback of the class and real time regulation changes. Each training is customized to address the needs and concerns of the host airport after our Biologist reviews their WHMP.  Below is a list of the most common training topics covered by Loomacres Wildlife Managements training team.
 
  • Drone Management       Online Permit Process    Pyrotechnic Safety           Firearm Safety
  • Trapping Techniques      Bird ID            Control Techniques         Strike Reporting
  • State Regulations             Federal Regulations         Habitat Modification       Attractants Control


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Protocols for Airports to Reduce Wildlife Strikes

12/29/2021

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Every year airline companies in the U.S. as well airports and aviation companies are paying billions of dollars due to wildlife strikes! Building a plane isn’t cheap and repairing a plane after it collides with an animal like a deer or goose isn’t like fixing a car headlight. There have been several recent high profile newsworthy events of wildlife strikes. Former Vice President Mike Pence and Airforce 2 making an emergency landing due to a bird strike, and the most famous or memorable was the US Airways Flight 1549 landing on the Hudson River after colliding with Geese. This was notorious and important for several reasons. One it made Captain Sully Sullenberger a legend and very wealthy, two Tom Hanks won an Oscar for his performance in Sully but third and most important for the Wildlife Management industry and for every airport in the world, it showed that a bird strike can happen anywhere anytime. Now some bird strikes are going to happen no matter what, however many of collisions can be prevented by having an up to date and well executed Wildlife Hazard Management Plan and outsourcing to professionals like Loomacres Wildlife Management. (Learn More Click Here)

The FAA has always addressed the importance of wildlife collisions being prevented by airports. Certain policies, procedures and regulations are mandatory for airports to comply with to ensure safety for airlines, and passengers. Below are a few mandatory items that must be implemented or complied with for airports that are classified under the FAA Title 14 Part 139.337 (e) & (f).

  1. Wildlife Hazard Assessment: An airport must have a Certified Airport Wildlife Biologist perform a WHA to monitor and determine the abundance, attractants, and overall presence of wildlife that pose a risk to causing potential strikes with aircrafts. The Biologist will also analyze the history of wildlife strikes that have occurred at the airport for seasonal, temporal, and diurnal trends. Identifying any trends in previous strikes can aid in the development of a mitigation plan that is custom to the specific wildlife hazards at an airport. The FAA requires that an WHA be performed after every significant wildlife strike has occurred. (Learn More Click Here)
  2. Wildlife Hazard Management Plan: Once a certified airport has conducted a Wildlife Hazard Assessment, they are required to implement a WHMP. This plan in conjunction with the WHA will serve as a document outlining steps to actively manage wildlife that pose a risk to air traffic. This plan must be reviewed and updated every year by a Certified Airport Wildlife Biologist. Every airport that is classified by the FAA currently has an active plan in place and must abide by these regulations. (Learn More Click Here)
  3. Part 139 Wildlife Hazard Management Training: Every year all airport managers and qualifying personnel must attend a mandatory training provided by companies like Loomacres Wildlife Management which performs hundreds of trainings each year to over 5,000 airport personnel. This training class serves as a way the FAA’s education standards are met. 8 Hours of training on topics such as management strategies, laws and regulations, wildlife identification, firearm safety and habitat management are required and a certificate of completion for each staff member must be kept on file. (Learn More Click Here)

These are just a few examples of what the FAA has instituted for all airports that fall under the classification of Title 14 Part 139. These policies and regulations are in place to keep airport managers accountable and proactive in preventing wildlife strikes with aircrafts because at the end of the day it’s the Airport Manager who is liable and responsible for safe take off and landings. Information is key to preventing future risks and collisions. All wildlife strikes should be reported and logged in the FAA Strike Database. For more information or to schedule a WHA, WHMP Review, or Wildlife Hazard Management Training please fill out the field below.
 

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5 Tips For Choosing Your Wildlife Hazard Management Training Vendor

12/16/2021

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Every year the FAA requires commercial airport staff and personnel to fulfill the training requirements for an airport wildlife biologist conducting wildlife hazard assessments under Title 14, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 139 and FAA Advisory Circular 150/5200-36A. In non-technical terms the FAA mandates that required airport staff complete an 8-hour training class on wildlife hazard management and wildlife identification. After completing this course annually your airport staff will receive the necessary certificates of completion. When selecting a company to train your staff here are 5 -things to look for when choosing your P-139 Wildlife Training vendor.


1) Wildlife Hazard Management Plan Review: Having a qualified airport wildlife biologist evaluate and update your WHMP benefits both the airport manager and the airport staff. Your vendor should be requesting a copy of your WHMP to review and find any changes or updates that need to be made or suggestions on action items that need more attention.

2) Customized Training Curriculum: Often our new clients outsource their training to us at Loomacres Wildlife Management because their current vendor has been teaching the same topics the same way for years. Choosing a vendor that customizes their curriculum and training seminar based on your airports WHMP, strike history for the past 10 years, and new hazards and wildlife attractants that may be outside the airport fences is crucial. Let’s be honest, your staff will like this too and benefit greatly.

3) Virtual Training Options: With Covid-19 changing everything, the FAA granted certain companies to perform Part 139 Airport Wildlife Trainings virtually to ensure the safety of everyone. Over the past 18 months virtually training has been an adjustment but extremely efficient. This also comes in handy when a new hire starts and needs to attend a training to become certified and trained for wildlife hazard management duties on your airport. It is also a luxury to complete your training from the comfort of your office, home, or airport conference room.


4) Firearm & Pyrotechnic Safety Training: Having an NRA Certified instructor provide your staff with onsite (Local Gun Range) firearm training is important on a few levels. Having peace of mind that your staff is trained on how to properly handle a firearm, accuracy training, and safety should be on the top of your list. This also goes for training your staff on how to properly use pyrotechnics in the field by having your instructor do live onsite demonstrations.

5) Advanced Airport Management & BASH Training: These multi day courses that are in person with airport staff and airport managers from all over the country will focus on advanced wildlife management techniques for airports. This class is broken up into classroom seminars, Q&A with industry experts, and extensive hands-on training for the following topics.
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Trapping Techniques
  • Drone Management and Operation
  • Laws and Regulations
  • Wildlife Strike Reporting and Data Management
  • Conducting & Writing Wildlife Hazard Assessments
  • Habitat Management
  • Firearm & Pyrotechnic Training
  • Depredation & Hazing Permit Process
 
At Loomacres Wildlife Management our Airport Certified Wildlife Biologist that provide our clients with virtual or in person training classes pride themselves on the above-mentioned items you should be looking for when selecting a vendor. We believe our training and training staff is the most up to date and advanced training in the industry. Don’t believe us? Click Here to see what our clients have said. If you would like to speak with a biologist or to learn more about our training program, please fill out the contact fields below or click on the link to our website.


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4 Ways to Prevent Squirrels from Invading Your Home

12/8/2021

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​Ok homeowners, with the world seemingly divided on just about every major issue there is one thing we can all agree upon and that is our hatred for squirrels, and they are annoying! There I said it. With winter upon us for most of the country the time where squirrels seek shelter from the elements and to begin their nesting phase like a pregnant woman nearing her delivery date. Now I am sure we all remember the iconic squirrel in the Christmas tree scene of Christmas Vacation that plays on repeat during this holiday season and yes that is a possibility but here are four tips to help prevent any unwanted winter guests in your attic and home.

1. Check Exterior: No better time then checking the exterior of your home when its cold outside and you’re hanging holiday lights. If you fear heights, we don’t recommend this, but it should be done. Check for holes in your roof, siding, or access in your chimney vents where squirrels, birds, and other critters could possibly enter your home. If a point of entry is found simple DIY exclusion work should help or contact an expert (Click here for expert)

​2. Remove Food: If you have bird feeders or feeding stations for wildlife in your back yard this is for you. Watching birds feed in the winter or waking up to deer, rabbits and other wildlife on a winter morning is an absolute welcome sight and yes everyone and everything needs to eat! However careful what you wish for. If you store your seed or feed in your garage or shed, chances are something is coming for it. Try keeping it in a storage container outside and sealed with a brick or cinder block on it to help weigh it down. Click here for Image

3. Trapping: This may not be for everyone, but it is highly effective and can be fun. There are various types of traps from lethal to non-lethal that can rid your property of squirrels. We highly recommend Comstock Custom Traps. As a specious overall they really aren’t that hard to trap especially for beginners. However, we advise you to contact your state regulations on either daily amounts or removal and replacement regulations. Click here for Traps

4. Hunting: Which ever side of the aisle you are on when it comes to hunting it doesn’t matter because hunters serve a significant purpose when it comes to population control and effectiveness. Typically, animals like squirrels invade homes because they have run out of natural resources in their own habitat and have no other choice. By thinning out a dense population of squirrels in an area you are preventing a future issue. We recommend reviewing your state and local regulations to make sure no laws are broken but this is a quick way to solve any issue.
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Why Should Landowners Give Permission to Hunters & Trappers?

9/28/2021

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In the industry of wildlife management or wildlife control or wildlife removal, whatever you want to call it, the phones have not stopped ringing lately! This could be contributed to several factors but as we as a race continue to put our human thumb print on this country with land development, forestry, industrial expansion, and rising populations we are literally giving wildlife no where to go other than to live amongst us. Its not uncommon to see deer, geese, turkeys, coyotes, etc. living in suburban neighborhoods that used to be a wood lot or wetland. So, as we expand and continue to develop this problem grows and grows and grows. With fall arriving so does hunting and trapping season for active sportsmen. However lately due to the lack of access to land the sport has been in a rapid downward spiral even with a spike last season in license sales with many Americans not working due to Covid -19.


Here is a list of reasons everyone should thank a hunter/trapper or better yet give them permission to access your property because without them the following would be much worse.

  1. Disease Control: Over the last decade or so there has been a huge surge in diseases spreading through wildlife. We all know about rabies but one of the most common disease is EHD among deer herds that is not only lethal but extremely painful to watch. Often referred to as Zombie Deer these animals die in heavily overpopulated areas during the summer and early fall and in an outbreak area take a look in water sources and you will most likely see several deer floating. By allowing hunters the ability to hunt certain areas with dense populations of deer the numbers do not get out of control and the disease can be contained. Is this a guarantee no but it’s a start!
  2. Population Control: Just like driving through NYC and seeing people living on top of each other and garbage in the streets, an overpopulated area of wildlife looks much the same. In this example let’s look at Geese. If Geese take up residents in a pond or local watering hole they will eat and eat and eat and well also do that other thing! The mess they leave behind and the damage to your lawn or crop fields can create quite a headache and cost you money in the end.
  3. Dead Chickens or Pets: More times than not coyotes, foxes, minks, snakes, and other predators have no where else to hunt than in your backyard. Year after year especially with Facebook and social media becoming so popular so are posts with “What’s eating my chickens?”. Its often sad to see or hear about a dog gone missing or cats gone missing and though you may tell your children they ran away and are fine, most likely they have fallen victim to a predator living close to your property.
  4. Property Damage: No one likes to spend all summer or spring depositing blood, sweat, and tears or paying a company to landscape your yard just to have the local wildlife destroy it! But animals need to eat and you’re just laying out a buffet especially if you throw a garden up you might as well ring the dinner bell.
  5. New Tenants: So probably the most unnerving reason you should be more open to allowing access to your property is simply wildlife living in your home. Now I am not talking about the occasional mouse, snake, or mole but rather skunks under your deck or shed, raccoons in the attic, or opossums in your garage! There’s also nothing like going out to your woodpile just for a family of foxes or coyotes to run out and scare the hell out of you!

In the history of hunting and trapping many sportsmen fight the battle of either animal lovers harassing them while they hunt or new laws and regulations making it harder and more expensive to get out there but there are many reasons why if you are a property owner you should reexamine why you don’t allow hunting or trapping on your property! These are just a few of the many reasons you should not only allow it but be thankful for a sport that is heavily declining due to lack of access. So, the next time someone knocks on your door asking for permission to provide food for his family or help control the numbers of overpopulated wildlife, give it a second thought before you slam the door. 

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Top 4 Non-Lethal Techniques for Goose Hazing

9/24/2021

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With the fall migration of Canada Geese either just starting in some states or just about to kick off it is important to educate yourself on some the options you have with dealing with these hazardous flocks of birds. First off why are they hazardous? Simply put they wreak havoc on farm fields, damage golf courses, pollute HOA retention ponds and common area, parks and most importantly air travel safety! It’s one thing to deal with a resident flock of geese that nests, eats, and lives in a small area that you can depredate when needed or haze to keep them moving but when the fall migration starts, and thousands of Geese come through all at once they can leave quite a mess and be extremely hazardous. Here are a few methods we use at Loomacres Wildlife Management to fight the battle of migratory geese from setting up shop in places they are not welcome.

  1. Hazing with Goose Dogs: Without a doubt the most effective and popular way our clients hire us to do is haze nuisance geese with the use of a well-trained dog! Let’s be honest everyone loves dogs and there is a reason they are man’s best friend. Whether it’s a Homeowners Association (HOA), Golf Course, or Airport, having a dog constantly on duty chasing geese and presenting itself as a predator sure makes Geese from grazing in food sources or roosting on water over night or during the day. One of the reasons this is most effective is that a well-trained dog and an experienced handler can cover several miles of ground and haze 1,000’s of geese at a time. An extra plus is that it is non-lethal and extremely entertaining and fun to watch.
  2. Propane Cannons: The use of a strategically placed propane cannon setting off a large BANG is a very effective and non-lethal method used by many struggling with Goose Control. By setting up a propane cannon over a pond or water source and firing it periodically throughout the day especially at dawn and dusk will prevent Geese from roosting on ponds and becoming comfortable with their surroundings. The loud bang simulates gun shots and threatens the geese and makes them uncomfortable enough to leave and travel somewhere else. We recommend this along with the use of other techniques mentioned in this blog to keep your nuisance geese from becoming accustomed to the noise.
  3. Pyrotechnics: Probably the most dangerous technique but the use of pyrotechnics by a trained and experienced person can be very effective. The noise of a pyro being discharged in the vicinity of flying geese or roosting flocks will detour them from landing or staying in an area they are not wanted. It is important however that the use of these is in a safe and ethical manner. We highly recommend either professionally training or hiring a professional.
  4. Drone Hazing: New technology like drones also known as UAS, UAV, whatever acronym you want to use is a great tool for hazing geese. Flying a drone into a grazing flock of geese will without a doubt make the uncomfortable enough to pick up and leave. The same goes for if you have flocks of geese roosting or resting on a body of water. One thing to be careful of is sharing the sky with these large birds that can cause a collision or injure the goose or damage the drone. Click here for more information.

Whenever our certified Airport Wildlife Biologist implement a technique to deal with either nuisance resident Geese or a flock of Migratory Geese we factor in several variables and take into consideration of the overall goal defined by our clients. We have found over the years the use of multiple techniques implemented in each case is results in the most effective outcome. If you are having issues and would like a FREE CONSULTATION or to chat with one of our staff members please CLICK HERE and fill out the contact form and someone will reach out to you and we will be glad to help. 
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The Difference between Pest Control & Wildlife Removal

8/30/2021

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Recently we at Loomacres Wildlife Management have been flooded with all sorts of calls and online requests for wildlife removal help. In Phoenix, AZ for example we have been at war with pigeons taking over people’s attics, their roof tops, and decimating yards and sidewalks with feces. In New Jersey and New York, we have had several nuisance geese issues on golf courses, town parks, and of course residential areas. The list keeps going and going but we do not mind as long as its what we do which is Wildlife Removal not Pest Control. Though they are similar in many ways there is a few big differences you should know before you reach out to a pest control company or a Wildlife Removal or Wildlife Management company like Loomacres.

Pest control is defined by the process of preventing or managing any unwanted animal from invading your home or place of business. Pest Control typically uses spray techniques and chemical repellents or deterrents to keep pest or unwanted creatures away. Many pest control cases include dealing with insects, mice, rats, roaches, bats in the attic, etc. from taking residence in your home. So, if you are having trouble with bees, ants, or small rodents give your local pest control guy a call.

Wildlife Removal or Wildlife Management is simply using techniques and equipment like trapping or depredation to remove an animal that has become a nuisance by either causing a threat to humans, pets, agriculture, or livestock. Most cases when dealing with a nuisance animal a depredation or removal permit is needed in which we will obtain from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.

These nuisance animals typically are causing damage to crop fields or gardens, property structures like barns and sheds, or other animals. An example of this would be if you had a nuisance fox, coyote, raccoon, bear, mountain lion etc. that was eating your chickens, or your cattle and needed to be removed. Nuisance Geese that are over grazing in your yard or in your local park. We have worked with multiple municipalities when a deer herd is out of control and causing vehicle accidents and damage to residential property. One very popular service lately is crow management or crow hazing which for some cities in the U.S. is out of control (Click Here For Full Story)

​I am sure you can see the difference now. Wildlife Removal is a growing need especially in growing cities and suburbs. As we continue to develop land and continue to minimize wildlife habitat, more and more cases of nuisance wildlife will occur. If you are currently having issues with Nuisance Wildlife that needs to be removed or managed please CLICK HERE and fill out our contact form and someone will reach out to you shortly. 

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