Birds are an essential part of our ecosystems—but when they show up in the wrong places, the risks can add up fast: from health hazards and property damage to liability issues and operational delays. While most people think about bird control in terms of city buildings or airports, there are several locations that get overlooked—and they shouldn't be.
Here are five places that often slip under the radar when it comes to bird control, even though they pose serious challenges.
Why birds love it: Open fish tanks, calm ponds, and easy prey make these sites a prime target for predatory birds like herons, pelicans, and cormorants.
The hidden risk:
Significant loss of stock due to persistent predation
Water contamination from droppings
Fish stress leading to lower yield or increased disease
How Avitrol helps:
Avitrol’s flock behavior modification products cause a few birds in the flock to react and emit distress signals—scaring the rest of the flock away without harm. It’s ideal for wide, open environments like aquaculture ponds where netting or visual deterrents are impractical. Birds learn to avoid the site long-term, reducing ongoing losses.
Why birds love it: These tall, undisturbed areas offer excellent nesting for pigeons and starlings.
The hidden risk:
Erosion of delicate stone, wood, or metal from acidic droppings
Costly clean-up and restoration work
Risk to visitors from slipping or exposure to pathogens
How Avitrol helps:
In sensitive locations where visual deterrents would ruin the aesthetic, Avitrol is a discreet, non-lethal solution. Treated bait can be strategically placed out of sight in ledges, rafters, or gutters, guiding flocks to leave without damage to the structure or negative public reaction.
Why birds love it: Food waste, large awnings, and people provide both shelter and a steady buffet.
The hidden risk:
Droppings on platforms and stairs create slip hazards
Perception of filth and poor sanitation among riders
Maintenance crews constantly battling mess and odor
How Avitrol helps:
Public transit hubs require quiet, effective solutions. Avitrol’s behavioral deterrents disperse entire flocks without harming them or alarming the public. Since the response mimics natural distress behavior, it’s safe for public settings—no loud noises or unsightly deterrents.
This product is labeled for Pigeons, House Sparrows, Starlings, Blackbirds, Cowbirds, and Grackles. With a permit in the US, it can also be used to treat Crows, Seagulls, Ravens, Magpies, and Vultures. This product is used to permanently discourage flocks of birds from gathering in unwanted places.
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Why birds love it: Birds take over cranes, scaffolding, and open containers—especially if the site is inactive on weekends.
The hidden risk:
Nests in engines, beams, or wiring can cause serious delays
Debris buildup or fire risk from dry nesting materials
Equipment damage and extra clean-up time
How Avitrol helps:
In areas where birds are actively nesting or roosting, Avitrol bait can be introduced temporarily to disperse birds early in the project phase—before nests become established. It's an ideal solution when spikes or netting aren’t feasible on constantly changing equipment setups.
Why birds love it: Wide open grass, water features, and lunchtime scraps attract geese, gulls, and crows.
The hidden risk:
Bird droppings on sports fields, play areas, and walkways
Aggressive behavior during breeding season
Negative impact on cleanliness and safety standards
How Avitrol helps:
For open outdoor campuses where permanent structures can’t be installed, Avitrol is a game-changer. A few feedings of treated bait train birds to avoid the area, keeping students and staff safe while avoiding costly or disruptive deterrent systems. It's particularly effective during migration and breeding seasons.
Bird control isn’t one-size-fits-all. Especially in overlooked locations, Avitrol offers a flexible, proven solution to prevent birds from becoming a costly or dangerous problem.
Whether you're managing a facility, protecting valuable resources, or trying to reduce cleanup costs—Avitrol gives you control without cruelty.