by johnnymarin | Sep 19, 2017 | Bird Deterrent Products
A man was forced to hand over his air rifle after he was caught shooting pigeons in Ernesettle.
Officers say they tracked the man down after locals raised the alarm over the incident, which is being investigated by wildlife officers.
One resident, who wished to stay anonymous, said the man had a “massive air rifle” and was “shooting the pigeons” in her street.
A police spokesman said: “Police were called to an address in Ernesettle Plymouth, following reports of a man attempting to shoot pigeons with an air rifle Monday morning, August 28.
“A suspect was identified and he handed over his rifle and ammunition when visited by local officers.
“Wildlife officers are investigating this incident under the wildlife and countryside act along with support from the RSPCA.”
An eyewitness suggested that the man with the rifle had lived on the street for years but that she was worried to approach him, unsure as to what he would do.
She added that “he was out there for ages shooting these birds for fun” and she was “worried about people’s pets in the area”.
Anyone with more details regarding the incident can call 101 and quote crime reference number CR/073493/17.
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by johnnymarin | Sep 7, 2017 | Bird Deterrent Products
WASHINGTON – Senator Jim Inhofe announced the end of his annual wild pigeon, a cause for celebration for an animal rights group. The outdoor fundraiser had been the target of a multi-year campaign by Showing Animals Respect and Kindness, or SHARK, which alleged the event was cruel.
In a series of emails obtained by the group, a staffer from Sen. Inhofe’s office wrote in January to Oklahoma Department of Wildlife game wardens, “I am happy to let you know that this year, and going forward, we are going to halt the ‘old world pigeon shoot.”
Another email read, “I know this event has caused some tension in the past, so I hope this move will allow us to rebuild those relationships.”
The shoot had come under criticism for allegedly using tagged pigeons that were hand thrown in the air, instead of hunting wild ones.
In a statement, Inhofe campaign spokesman Luke Holland said:
“The Inhofe campaign has long held a very successful dove hunt event each year. In a few recent years, the event has included a pigeon shoot. This year we will not have that component of the event and will return to our traditional format; we expect it to be a record year and hope everyone who attends has a wonderful time.”
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by johnnymarin | Sep 3, 2017 | Bird Deterrent Products
A Horncastle pensioner is calling for a cull of the town’s booming pigeon population – claiming the birds are a major threat to health. Robert Poole, 80, says pigeon lung disease is a menace to anyone already suffering from breathing problems. He claims the NHS is spending millions of pounds treating people as a direct result of the disease. Mr Poole says the disease is transmitted through bird’s feathers and faeces. He says he has regularly counted 150-strong flocks of pigeons on buildings in Horncastle, but stresses it is an worldwide issue. He said: “Over the years, we have become inundated with pigeons. They have taken over our cites and towns. In fact, they have taken over the world. “This humble bird – like other birds – has a disease of the lung. Unlike other birds, pigeons gather together as a flight. The bigger the flight, the more the risk to a certain percentage of the population. “For example, those people who suffer from emphysema, chronic bronchitis or COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) which is an umbrella term for both conditions are particularly vulnerable. That is not forgetting asthma and other chest related diseases.” Robert, who himself suffers from breathing problems, says walking near to pigeons can aggravate any health issues. He added: “Pigeon lung disease is transmitted through the bird’s feathers and bodily discharge. “You only have to walk through Horncastle to see the mess they leave. “They fly in close proximity to trees, roofs, gutters, and, of course, people. “This disease the pigeons have is scattered into the atmosphere and it is highly likely anyone with breathing problems will be affected. “Temperature also has a marked effect. The higher the temperature and humidity, the more serious the consequences.” Robert said his claims are backed by health experts. He added: “Statistics show one in eight hospital admissions are due to COPD and asthma. “This makes COPD the second largest cause of emergency admissions and one of the most expensive in-patient conditions treated by the NHS. “A lot of this could be avoided if we culled the number of pigeons. “The effect it has on patient health is a severe shortness of breath. This may eventually become very distressing and become more serious with complications. “I know. I have been there. I was diagnosed with COPD in 2012. Eighteen months ago, I was interviewed by a medical company from London and a lot of the information I have is supported by Public Health England and the Health Protection Team.” Is it time to put pigeons on the pill or use a hawk to reduce numbers? Mr Poole says he has tried to highlight the consequences of pigeon lung disease but adds many people don’t believe him – despite ‘the mountain’ of medical evidence backing his claims. He is calling for medical organisations – and individuals who could suffer from the effects of the disease – to come together and discuss the problem. He adds: “It affects so mAny people – young and old – yet the vast majority aren’t aware of it.” Town councillors have previously discussed ways of reducing the pigeon population in Horncastle after complaints about the mess they cause. Ideas have included a cull, bringing in a hawk, or even putting pigeons on ‘the pill’. The council says it has not received any recent complaints.
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by johnnymarin | Aug 31, 2017 | Bird Deterrent Products
A Dirty Dancing theme night had to be scrapped – after customers claimed the event was invaded by pigeons.
Organisers of The Dirty Dancing Movie Experience, held at the Govan Shed in Glasgow, pulled the plug on an evening show after they were hit by a deluge of complaints over the afternoon session.
Customers said the sound quality was poor, prosecco was overpriced and warm and a cinema screening of the movie was hampered by pigeons inside the venue.
Fans of the 1988 movie, starring Patrick Swayze and Jennifer Gray, were promised the time of their lives and paid £15 a ticket to enjoy the big-screen show, cocktails, street food and live dancers. But last night the event’s Facebook page was inundated with unhappy customers looking for refunds.
One social media user, Yvonne Watson, said: “We were there today and it was the worst thing ever. Freezing cold warehouse, birds flying around your head and five portaloos.
“We left after half an hour. A disgrace.” Andrea Toner said that the show was nothing like the advertisements and added: “I’m disgusted and disappointed and feel I’ve been conned.”
Sarah Brady wrote: “Portable toilets and £26 for a bottle of Prosecco and you can’t even hear the film. The toilets blocked and do not flush, no water to wash your hands.”
Customers were told to contact Twinkle Cinemas for a refund but complained that their emails bounced back.
Casey Williams, from the company, said: “A licensing officer from Glasgow City
Council came out to the venue at our request this evening and was completely happy with everything.
“We don’t think we have sound problems and we have refunded everybody for the cancelled show.
“A small number of people had an issue and everyone else had a fantastic time.”
The event had its first show on Friday and is due to run shows today.
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by johnnymarin | Aug 28, 2017 | Bird Deterrent Products
Extra help has been brought in to bolster Carlisle United’s defence – against troublesome mess-making birds.
While Keith Curle battles to bring in new faces for his match day squad, the club has swooped to get a new member of the backroom team – a hawk named Buzz.
The new addition has been brought in to solve a big problem the club has with menace birds causing mess at Brunton Park.
Seagulls, pigeons, sparrows and other feathered friends have been roosting in the stadium and leaving behind an unpleasant mess with grounds staff and cleaning contractors spending countless hours each week removing it.
In the search for a more permanent cost-effective solution Matt Bond, from Carlisle-based CITO Cleaning Ltd, who are the club’s cleaning contractors, put forward the idea after his bird-watcher son suggested it.
“Everybody in the city knows there’s a bird problem here,” he told the .
“At the football club it’s been there for about three seasons, especially in the first few months of the season. Birds nesting is a massive problem. This year there seems to be a lot more.”
With the plans approved by the club Gary Swainson, from the Cumberland Bird of Prey Centre, was brought on board and Buzz started circling the ground last week.
“It’s one of those jobs that can be very successful or the species targeted can be very resilient to it,” he said.
“It has to be an ongoing process. If you scare them once they will go away but they will come back again.
“We’ve been out at the ground most evenings for the last week. The idea is that pest species don’t get a regular time, they just know that the area is patrolled by a predator.
“They then know it becomes an unsafe place to be.
“The idea is that by flying the hawk they will go and roost somewhere else because they feel uncomfortable.”
Mr Swainson says that birds will naturally try and return to places where the conditions are good for roosting, as Brunton Park appears to be.
Mr Bond added: “It’s been very effective so far but it’s not a 100 per cent guarantee.”
While the problem is affecting all sides of the ground the problem is most apparent in the east and west stands.
The scheme at Brunton Park has sparked interest from other areas of the city where there have been high-profile bird problems.
“People have been saying to us why hasn’t this been done before,” Mr Bond added.
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by johnnymarin | Aug 22, 2017 | Bird Deterrent Products
As the Community Council members are on a summer break until September, our news this month is mainly ongoing issues but progress is happening!
The Pipe Band Championships at the end of July certainly brought another successful day to our town with the usual influx of visitors and the amazing talent from all ages in the pipe bands including some local young talent which is always an extra reason to experience the feel good factor.
Work on Dumbarton East Railway Station has finally been completed . The work started last year and was an on/off project for months when problems were experienced with the bridge crossing. However, the station has been resurfaced and new concrete slabs have been laid. We will see if the shelter builds up water or not when it rains.
Unfortunately, although the station has had a makeover, the area under the bridge is still a haven for the pigeons so the pigeon mess is still as disgusting within a day or two after being cleaned. No word has been heard on whether the Council has been able to obtain a stream of funding to address this problem but an effort is being made to obtain finance to deal with this. The wheels of time etc etc!!
If you are passing the new Council Offices, you will notice the progress being made and the building is certainly taking shape. The old Academy Building is getting the makeover which is bringing it back to life and when it is finished will be an asset to the town centre.
The next meeting of Dumbarton East & Central Community Council will be held on Tuesday 12 September 2017 in St Augustine’s Hall at 7pm. The AGM will be held that evening and members of the public are welcome to come along and meet their Community Councillors and if there any issues you wish to raise, this is the meeting to come to and make your views heard. If it is in our remit, we will be happy to take any issues up with the appropriate personnel. Also, we are always looking for news members – but that is certainly not obligatory.
Enjoy what is left of the summer. Could be an indian summer yet!
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Voted Best Canadian wholesaler for Bird Deterrent products four years in a row.
Contact Info: 1- 877– 4– NO-BIRD (www.pigeonpatrol.ca)
