Geraldton's growing pigeon population, fuelled by bumper crops and spilled grain along roads, is raising concerns for households and businesses.
Geraldton 's growing pigeon population is raising concerns for households and businesses.To tackle the issue, the shire is using OvoControl, a pigeon birth control , dispensed through AI feeder stations to curb egg laying.Share article
City of Greater Geraldton acting coordinator of environmental health, Gregg Harwood, said there had been a surge in complaints from home owners and businesses. The program uses a new product called OvoControl, a birth control method for pigeons, distributed through strategically placed feeder stations around the city."It will take time, but we expect to see a long-term reduction in pigeon numbers."
The cameras help ensure non-target species, such as ravens or cats, aren't disrupting the feeders meant for pigeons.Supplied: City of Greater Geraldton"We have eight OvoControl feeding units set up and the goal is to reduce the pigeon population by 50 per cent each year," Mr Harwood said.
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