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When temperatures fall and daylight shortens, many facility managers assume bird activity will taper off. In reality, the opposite often happens. Winter concentrates bird pressure around commercial and industrial buildings as birds seek warmth, shelter, and reliable food sources. That seasonal shift is why winter bird control is a critical, often overlooked component of year-round pest ...
When winter sets in and temperatures drop, many pest bird species shift their behavior in search of shelter, food, and warmth. For warehouses and industrial facilities, this seasonal shift brings heightened risk of infestation. Large, open indoor spaces—often with high ceilings, exposed rafters, and ongoing human activity—offer birds ideal roosting conditions during colder months. If ...
Airports and transportation facilities face some of the most complex bird management challenges of any commercial environment. Large open spaces, expansive rooftops, water features, lighting infrastructure, and constant vehicle movement create ideal conditions for birds to gather, roost, and forage. At the same time, these facilities operate under strict safety, regulatory, and operational ...
Car dealerships are designed to showcase inventory, attract customers, and project a polished, professional brand. Large outdoor lots, glass-front showrooms, elevated signage, and expansive rooftops are all part of that presentation—but they also create ideal conditions for pest birds. Pigeons, gulls, starlings, and sparrows are commonly drawn to dealership properties, where they find open ...
Warehouses and industrial facilities present unique challenges when it comes to managing pest birds. The scale, structure, and function of these buildings—often featuring high ceilings, open bays, storage racks, and constant activity—create ideal conditions for birds seeking shelter, food, and nesting sites. Pigeons, sparrows, starlings, and gulls are particularly problematic in these ...
Spring brings warmer weather, blooming landscapes, and a surge in Canada goose activity. As geese return from migration or settle into residential areas, they can create serious problems for property owners. Their aggressive behavior, excessive droppings, and tendency to overgraze lawns make them a nuisance in parks, golf courses, and commercial properties. Managing geese in the spring is ...
This is the first post of our new series "What They Said - What It Means," where we unscramble the jargon around an environmental topic and discuss what it really means for project development and for you. In this post, we dive into the reasons behind the downlisting of the American burying beetle and the implications of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service 4(d) rule on developments in the central ...
They are chemicals that may interfere with the endocrine (hormonal) system and thereby produce harmful effects in both humans and wildlife. Hormones regulate the body's development, growth, reproduction, metabolism, immunity and behavior. ...
This is why locations with strict wildlife regulations prefer solar energy systems over wind turbines. Farmers that train birds to feed on pests and rodents are also more inclined to choose solar energy. ...
Ecosystems provide the conditions for producing food, regulating water, and providing wildlife habitats; these, among others, are known as ecosystem services (ESs). ...
Project Locations: Ducks Unlimited of North Dakota, Benson Wildlife Area, Date: 1997. Equipment Used: Two Crisafulli Engine-On-Frame Trailer Pumps, LP (Liquid Propane) powered. ...
From fake horns to relocation, today’s wildlife protectors enlist new — and often problematic — strategies to save endangered species. In 1909, after completing his second term as U.S. president, Theodore Roosevelt led an ambitious expedition across east Africa to shoot specimens for America’s most famous museums. Along with his son Kermit and a handful of naturalists, he ...
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This requires traversing un-paved roads in order to gain access to remote areas, while complying with wildlife agencies rules and regulations. This particular hunting ground posed significant challenges. ...
Many countries in Africa are rich with trees, wildlife, minerals, and other natural resources. But as new WRI research and an interactive map show, few national laws provide communities with strong, secure rights to the resources on their land. WRI conducted a systematic review of the national framework laws for five natural resources—water, trees, wildlife, minerals, and ...
To update facilities and comply with current regulations, it is important to analyze requirements including: Federal Energy Regulatory Committee (FERC) relicensing requirements Aging infrastructure Automation and asset management needs Regulatory compliance Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) safety compliance Wildlife impact Water flow ...
Project Locations: Ducks Unlimited of North Dakota, Benson Wildlife Area, Date: 1997. Equipment Used: Two Crisafulli Engine-On-Frame Trailer Pumps, LP (Liquid Propane) powered. ...