Canada geese Control & Removal for Airports

Migratory Bird Treaty Act

The Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA) is a cornerstone of avian protection in the United States, making it unlawful to pursue, hunt, take, capture, kill, or sell migratory birds without authorization. Resident Canada geese, despite their population status, fall under the protection of the MBTA. However, due to the potential risks that geese pose to aircraft, the United States government has established orders under the MBTA that allow for specific control measures at airports, provided they comply with federal permits and regulations.

Federal and State Regulations

Under Title 50 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), particular provisions—such as the control order found in 50 CFR § 21.49—authorize the management of resident Canada geese in airport environments. These regulations empower airport managers and military airfield operators, within designated service areas like New Jersey, New York, and Connecticut, to undertake approved actions such as egg addling, fencing, and the use of frightening deterrents. Our firm, Birds and Geese Beware, Inc., stands ready to provide these services, ensuring adherence to all relevant federal and state regulations.

Permits and Compliance Requirements

To legally manage Canada geese, airport operators must secure the appropriate depredation permits from the United States Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS). Compliance with the MBTA and other relevant regulations is a critical aspect, which mandates a permit application outlining the intended control methods, whether it involves audio deterrents, visual deterrents, or more direct control measures like trapping or egg destruction. It's essential for entities to contact the USFWS to navigate the permit process. Our team at Birds and Geese Beware, Inc., provides expert guidance to ensure our clients in New Jersey, New York, and Connecticut meet all compliance requirements without interruption to their operations.

Non-lethal Geese Management Methods

We understand the importance of managing Canada geese populations around airports effectively. Non-lethal methods provide humane options that are both environmentally friendly and respectful to wildlife. Below, we detail various techniques that we, at Birds and Geese Beware, Inc., specialize in to manage these birds within New Jersey, New York, and Connecticut.

Habitat Modification Techniques

Our habitat modification strategies are crucial for deterring geese from airport properties. We focus on changing the environment to make it less appealing to geese, which discourages them from landing and nesting. Birds and Geese Beware, Inc. offers Canada geese habitat modification, including the alteration of landscapes to reduce the availability of flat, open grassy areas where geese feed and loaf. Geese Fencing and Wire Exclusion are also part of our habitat modification services, designed to prevent access to preferred grazing and nesting sites.

Egg Destruction Protocols

Birds and Geese Beware, Inc. implements humane egg destruction protocols such as egg addling, which is shaking eggs or coating them with corn oil. This process prevents the eggs from hatching without causing harm to adult geese, thus controlling the population growth. Our team is trained in the delicate process of egg destruction, ensuring that the management of geese is both ethical and effective.

Use of Repellents and Deterrents

We utilize various repellents and deterrents to encourage geese to relocate from airport areas. Our array of methods includes Canada geese Chasing Dogs, trained to safely chase away geese without harm. We also deploy a range of frightening deterrents, visual deterrents, and audio deterrents to create an unwelcome environment for geese. Additionally, our repellents for Canada geese are EPA-registered and are applied meticulously to ensure no hazardous residues are left behind. Birds and Geese Beware, Inc. always considers the most humane and least intrusive methods for geese management, incorporating them into our integrated approaches for our clients in the Tri-State area.

Lethal Geese Management Methods

Lethal control measures are sometimes necessary to manage Canada geese populations effectively, especially in areas like airports where human safety and bird strike risks are concerns. Birds and Geese Beware, Inc. provides comprehensive management programs in New Jersey, New York, and Connecticut, incorporating various deterrent options alongside necessary lethal methods.

Controlled Hunting

We offer controlled hunting as part of our management program to reduce Canada geese populations in designated areas. This approach is carefully managed and conducted by professionals to ensure compliance with local regulations. Controlled hunting typically involves the use of shotguns and is coordinated during specific seasons when it is legally permissible.

Nest and Egg Removal

Part of our lethal management strategy includes nest and egg removal techniques such as Canada geese egg destruction and nest control. These measures are aimed at preventing the future growth of geese populations. By physically removing nests and rendering eggs non-viable, we can effectively control the reproduction rate of Canada geese in affected areas.

Professional Culling Operations

Professional culling operations are another facet of the lethal control methods we employ. Trapping and culling are performed by trained specialists who ensure humane treatment of the animals throughout the process. These methods are used in conjunction with Canada geese chasing dogs, frightening and visual deterrents to manage geese presence around critical airport zones effectively.

Geese Control Strategies at Airports

In alleviating hazards posed by resident Canada geese at airports, our methodical approach ensures aircraft safety and reduces collisions. Birds and Geese Beware, Inc. utilizes a suite of effective deterrent options tailored to the needs of our service areas in New Jersey, New York, and Connecticut.

Risk Assessment and Safety Measures

We begin by conducting an exhaustive risk assessment at the airport to identify areas where geese pose the most significant threat to aircraft. This process involves a detailed analysis of bird behavior patterns, nesting sites, and flight paths in relation to active runways and airplane traffic. Safety measures are paramount, as geese can cause severe damage to aircraft, particularly during takeoff and landing. In response, our team deploys a combination of Canada geese Chasing Dogs and Habitat Modification to reduce the likelihood of geese congregating on airfields.

Bird Control Teams and Techniques

Our bird control teams are expertly trained in a variety of techniques to manage and disperse Canada geese populations at airports effectively. Canada geese Fencing and Wire Exclusion are implemented to prevent geese from accessing key areas. For immediate dissuasion, we employ Canada geese Frightening Deterrents, combined with Visual and Audio Deterrents, to create an environment that is inhospitable for geese. Repellents are strategically used to deter geese from grazing, nesting, and loafing on airport property.

Monitoring and Reporting Procedures

Continuous monitoring is crucial for the ongoing success of our geese control strategies. We meticulously record all geese activities and control measures to evaluate the effectiveness of our tactics and adapt as necessary. Reporting these findings aids in refining our methods and ensuring long-term control. To maintain a safe environment for planes at all times, it's essential to remain vigilant and responsive to the presence of geese, adapting our strategies like Trapping, Egg Addling, Egg Destruction, and Nest Control to suit changing conditions and regulatory requirements.

Community Engagement and Public Perception

In addressing the challenges posed by resident Canada geese at airports, a concerted effort in engaging the community and managing public perception is crucial. Our strategies at Birds and Geese Beware, Inc. encompass not only the use of innovative deterrent methods but also prioritize cooperation and communication with the public to foster supportive relationships and awareness.

Outreach and Education Initiatives

We believe in the power of knowledge. By conducting educational seminars and distributing information across New Jersey, New York, and Connecticut, we aim to inform communities about the importance of coexisting with Canada geese and the safe, humane management practices we enforce. We employ Canada geese Frightening Deterrents and Visual Deterrents while educating on why such methods are necessary for maintaining safety near runways. Our outreach extends to stakeholders operating in proximity to airports, such as golf courses, parks, and recreational areas, ensuring that they are aware of the behaviors of nuisance geese and the non-lethal control options available to them.

Regulating Public Feeding Habits

Feeding resident Canada geese can exacerbate the challenges at airports by attracting them to these unsafe locations. In our community efforts, we underscore the impact of such practices and work alongside local authorities to introduce or enforce feeding regulations in public spaces like parks, beaches, and roads. Through initiatives such as Repellents for Canada geese and Behavioral or Habitat Modification, we strive to reduce the attractants that lead to conflicts between geese and human activity in these areas.

Addressing Property and Recreation Impacts

The presence of Canada geese can lead to property damage and diminished recreational experiences for residents. We actively work with communities to implement Canada geese Chasing Dogs and Habitat Modification techniques that aim to preserve the cleanliness and usability of public spaces without harm to the geese. By installing Canada geese Wire Exclusion and Fencing in strategic areas, we contribute to the safety and enjoyment of local residents using parks, beaches, and waterfronts. Public relations are key in this endeavor: we maintain transparency about our methods like Canada geese Egg Addling, Egg Destruction, and Nest Control, to prevent backlash and encourage public understanding of our efforts to manage geese populations humanely and effectively.