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Pigeon Identification and Control in Utah
Correct identification is an important first step in pest control.
COLUMBA LIVIA
Pigeons are 12-15 inches long. They are variable in color, but most are bluish gray with two black bands on the wings and a black tip to the tail. Most of them mostly have rainbow-like throat feathers.
Pigeons build nests out of twigs, grasses and sticks to form a crude platform.
They nest on flat, covered surfaces such as sheltered cliff ledges, bridges and building surfaces.
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Pigeons vary in color, but most have rainbow-colored feathers on their throat.
Pigeons are a major nuisance pest and can infest ventilation ducts and exhaust units.
Pigeon droppings are a health hazard, especially when allowed to accumulate.
Why are they a health hazard
Pigeon droppings may pose a health hazard when allowed to accumulate. They infest unprotected ventilation ducts and exhaust units.
Name:
Columba livia
Diet:
Grains and seeds, garbage, livestock manure, insets or other food provided by people
Impact:
Health hazard, major nuisance pest
Tips for keeping pigeons away
What To Do About Pigeons
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Thorn professionals are trained and certified to install bird deterrents and netting.
How To Exclude Birds From Your Home
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Install bird netting.
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Close building openings with wood, metal, glass or rustproof iron mesh.
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Keep outdoor areas clean and eliminate water sources.
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Use deterrents crush as metal or plastic spikes, monofilament and steel lines, coils, and sloped surfaces.
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