How to remove pigeons from the balcony naturally

How to remove pigeons from the balcony or terrace without resorting to drastic, dangerous and harmful remedies for the birds?

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Do pigeons continue to perch on your balconies or terraces? Unfortunately, on sale there are traps, spikes and chemical products to drive away these birds, which, indeed, could represent a cause for disturbance, above all, due to the excrement, but how to do it in a natural and non-violent way?

Index

Scarecrow

The pigeons fear the presence of predatory birds. Let's think for example of eagles and hawks. Given the absence of predators in the city, it is possible to resort to scarecrows that reproduce their appearance and that can thus dissuade the pigeons from approaching the balcony when they see their silhouettes. This is an effective remedy, although pigeons may get used to them over time, as also suggested by the English Department of the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA):

In general, raptor models are inexpensive and easy to implement. Their effectiveness increases if they are animated and if they are moved frequently. However, the birds quickly learn that the model poses no threat and quickly get used to it. "

Addiction can be reduced by frequently moving the device used as a scarecrow

Owls

It seems that the pigeons are afraid of the Owls and that it is the glitter of their golden eyes that arouses their fear. Try painting some large, round owl eyes, yellow or orange, to apply to your window or balcony. The pigeons, on seeing them, should move away. Alternatively, silhouettes of owls chasing pigeons are on the market

Girandole

If your problem concerns the need to protect against the arrival of pigeons i vasi placed on your balcony, it might be useful to insert inside them some colored pinwheels. Their bright colors, their movements in case of wind and the reflections of sunlight on them will help to dissuade pigeons from approaching pots or balconies.

Reflective surfaces

Reflective surfaces are also a great deterrent for pigeons, especially those that can take advantage of the movement of the wind. Birds, in general, don't like bright flashes. The birds' eyes react to the prism effect, leaving them bewildered.

The good thing is that this principle can be reproduced with a variety of things that we already have in the house or that cost very little, in particular:

Old CDs

The CDs because of theirs reflective surface, as well as mirrors or other objects with the same characteristics, can help to drive away the pigeons, as the luminous reflections they create are believed to be capable of frightening the birds. It is for this reason that old CDs are sometimes also used as scarecrows. Read also: 14 ideas for recycling old CDs and DVDs

Foil paper or Easter egg paper

One of the possible alternative uses of aluminum or tinfoil is to exploit it, precisely, as reflective surface considered suitable for keeping pigeons away from the balcony. Strips of tinfoil could, for example, be wrapped around the balcony railing, or placed on the windowsill. Read also: Aluminum sheets: 10 creative reuses.

Using the same principle, using the Easter egg paper by cutting thin strips to stick on the railing from the aluminum side can be a great trick to try at no cost.

Reflective tape

A alternative to the tinfoil available on the market consists of a reflective tape from the surface changing, which in contact with the sunlight can be able to produce flashes that will dissuade the pigeons from approaching.

Ultrasound devices

On sale there are ultrasonic devices suitable for warding off pigeons. It is a harmless remedy both for humans and for birds, to be resorted to in the event that there is no other solution, also since such devices seem to be quite expensive. The ultrasounds will dissuade the pigeons from approaching the balcony, without causing them any damage.

Spices

As may be the case with other birds or animals, pigeons do not like the strong smell of spices more spicy and warning it could represent a danger signal for them and a reason to move away. Among the spices considered most effective, with which to fill bowls to be placed on the balcony, are pepper, Chili pepper and cinnamon.

Essential oil spray

For those wishing to keep pigeons away naturally, it may be helpful to know about their existence for sale di blends of essential oils in cubes with repulsive action against pigeons, described as resistant to water and suitable for being placed near the roofs, terraces and balconies of homes.

Eliminate food sources

As is well known, pigeons are easily attracted by the presence of food, starting with the simple ones crumbs. It is therefore advisable not to leave any traces of food on the balconies or windowsills, if you want to avoid the arrival of pigeons. Pet food bowls may also attract pigeons.

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