Flock Control

Have you seen large numbers of birds in your Waldorf, MD lawn? Do they not want to move on? If so, then you likely have flocking, or bird control, problems. You need the experts at Barefoot Pest Control to help you control the flock.

What is flock control?

A flock is a term that describes a group of birds. You likely see flocks of birds often in your day-to-day life. That is a natural and normal behavior. However, large flocks of birds in your yard or in front of your business can create huge problems.

Sometimes flocks of birds don't want to move on. That is where flock control comes into play. It is the process of training the flocks to move elsewhere. Flock control also involves making your yard or business less attractive for migratory birds. You don't want to get rid of the flock this year only to have them return next year. Flock control is an important part of this process.

Why do you have a flock control problem?

Most bird species are migratory. They move south for the winter and north for the summer. They will stop along their journey in Waldorf, MD. Sometimes these large flocks of birds take a rest in your yard or in front of your business. They are likely there for a few reasons.

1. There is a food source. If your yard has an abundance of insects or seeds in your yard, birds will be attracted to it. Many people also like to put out bird feeders. These feeders can attract large flocks to your yard. They then crowd out the birds you were trying to attract with the feeders.
2. There is a water source. Birds need water just like any other living being. If you have a stream, birdbath, or another water source in your yard, a flock of birds may show up.
3. There are protected nesting sites. Depending on the type of bird, they may be looking for secure locations to nest. If you have a lot of trees or bushes in your yard, you will likely have birds interested in nesting. Nesting can be a big problem because the flock will not move on quickly, and it can imprint your yard in the baby birds. They will return every year to nest in your yard, which is a behavior that is hard to break.

Reasons for flock control?

Flocking birds are a natural occurrence. They are not necessarily a bad thing. However, you don't want them showing up in your Waldorf yard or business. Too many birds have a number of drawbacks.

1. Some birds spread diseases. They can make you and your family ill. Salmonella, mites, lice, Lyme disease, and more are spread by birds.
2. Birds can be destructive to a yard. They dig holes in the yard, tear out grass, steal berries and fruit, and generally make a nuisance of themselves.
3. Too many birds mean a lot of feces, which can spread disease and cause an unsafe and unsightly yard.

Don't let flocks of birds ruin your yard. Contact Barefoot Pest Control today. Our wildlife control experts will help determine the reasons flocks love your yard. We will also help you solve your flock problems, guaranteed.