Professional Bird Exterminator – Calgary – Bird Treatment Service
403-475-6523
Peregrine Pest Control – Bed Bug Removal – Calgary & area
All our bird treatment technicians are licensed applicators in the province of Alberta.
Peregrine Pest Control is Quality Pro Certified and ISN Certified.
*Our Calgary bird removal team has 60+ years of combined experience
Check out the Peregrine Pest Control team here
WHAT TO LOOK FOR
Magpies: Are black and white in colour, extremely smart, and are part of the crow family. Magpies are a cheeky bird that will take advantage of pet food left outside, loose garbage, and they can be a general nuisance for home owners. Magpies are opportunistic feeders; Their diet consists mainly of insects, seeds and carrion. They occasionally prey on other birds and their nests, but this is only a minor part of the magpie’s diet. Interestingly, the large nests of magpies require about six weeks for construction.
Sparrows: Many species of sparrow’s nest on buildings. In residential areas, sparrows make nests in vents, and fixtures on the exterior roof line of structures. Sparrows are found in large numbers in the city of Calgary, and hence are amongst the most familiar of all wild birds. Sparrows are primarily seed-eaters, but also eat small insects.
Woodpeckers: Mostly forage for insects on the trunks and branches of trees. Famously, woodpeckers are known for communicating by drumming with their beak, producing a reverberatory sound that can be heard at some distance. A woodpecker’s diet consists of fruits, bird eggs, small animals, and tree sap. Woodpeckers mostly nest and roost in holes that they excavate in tree trunks, and their abandoned holes are of importance to other cavity-nesting birds. In Calgary, woodpeckers are well-known for making holes in buildings and feeding on fruit crops.
Flickers: Spend a significant amount of their time on the ground eating ants. In an urban area like Calgary, they are found on the sides of homes, primarily making holes in stucco. The northern flicker is the most common species found in central Alberta. Flickers typically have colorful markings on their head.
HOW TO IDENTIFY ….
Magpies: The black and white Eurasian magpie is widely considered one of the most intelligent animals in the world. It is one of the only non-mammal species able to recognize itself in a mirror test. It has a wingspan of approximately 55cm and its weight varies from 150gm-270gm.
Sparrows: Generally, sparrows are a small, plump, brown and grey bird with short tails and stubby, powerful beaks. The differences between sparrow species can be subtle. Sparrows range in size from 11-18 centimetres. Their weight varies from 13gms-42gms. Sparrows are physically similar to other seed-eating birds, such as finches, but have a vestigial dorsal outer primary feather and an extra bone in the tongue.
Woodpeckers: There are about 180 species of woodpeckers worldwide. Woodpeckers inhabit nearly every region, except Australia and New Guinea. Woodpeckers are most abundant in South America and Southeast Asia. Most woodpeckers stay year-round, but a few temperate-zone species (such as the North American yellow-bellied sapsucker and the flicker) are migratory. They are known for their strong pointed beak and amazing ability to cause destruction to structures.
Flickers: Are similar looking to a woodpecker. Most flickers have a white rump, black breast band, and varied head markings. In Calgary, the northern flicker is the most common species found.
OUR SOLUTION
One of the first steps with any bird removal program is to take the time to confirm which pest is bothering you. Many species of birds can look similar, to the casual observer. Woodpeckers and flickers are very close in appearance. Some birds, like magpies and sparrows, are easily identified. At Peregrine, our approach first focuses on deterrence. Some of the tools we use include woodpecker flashers, exclusion products (such as hardware cloth), bird spike, bird wire, and one-way bird doors. On occasion birds have a made a nest in the exterior wall. In these situations, it is common to install a bird one-way door — to allow the bird to exit safely — before the hole is repaired and sealed. The bird removal programs we use for magpies, sparrows, woodpeckers, and flickers focus on passive deterrence, exclusion systems, and, on occasion, live trapping. Ask to speak to your pest control service technician to find out the best solution for your structure!
COMMON CONCERNS
A bird has made holes in the siding of my house. What can I do about it?
In the summer months, woodpeckers and flickers love to peck away at the stucco siding on buildings. They can create numerous holes in a relatively short period of time. The first step is deterrence. This would include installing woodpecker flashers, sealing holes as soon as appear, and using bitter agents. In extreme situations, a permit to kill the bird can be obtained by the home owner from the federal government.
A bird is pecking and making noises on my chimney. What can I do about it?
Woodpeckers and flickers love to pound away at the aluminium chimney cap on homes. For the birds, this is music to their ears; for the home owner it is a never-ending rock concert. Installation of bird spike on the chimney cap will prevent woodpeckers and flickers from landing in this area.
There are birds in my dryer vent. What could it be?
It is very common for small birds like sparrows to make a nest inside dryer and bathroom vents. The first step is to install a one-way door, allowing the birds to exit safely. After this, the nesting material can be removed and either a vent guard or a dryer vent guard can be installed, preventing further problems.
Professional Bird Exterminator – Calgary – Bird Treatment Service
403-475-6523
Peregrine Pest Control – Bed Bug Removal – Calgary & area
All our bird treatment technicians are licensed applicators in the province of Alberta.
Peregrine Pest Control is Quality Pro Certified and ISN Certified.
*Our Calgary bird removal team has 60+ years of combined experience
Check out the Peregrine Pest Control team here
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