Identify your Common Backyard Birds

Living in Canada means you are exposed to a great deal of wildlife, with one category being birds. There are many species of birds that call Canada home and particular birds of the region can become pests when near the home. From the crow to swallows and sparrows, birds commonly seen in your backyard can quickly become pests to your home.

Birds build nests in order to have somewhere to live and hatch eggs. Such nests can be created in the attic space of a home as well as on the roof, in gutters and other areas that can become a nuisance. You may be hearing the birds constantly chirping or rustling within the walls of your home. Nests can be a fire hazard to the home, especially when placed near vents or chimney areas. It can be difficult to get rid of birds in the attic or other areas of the home, so the professionals will have to contacted. It is important for homeowners to be able to identify birds seen in the backyard and differentiate as to which species may be a problem.

House Sparrows

 
A small bird that is abundant in Canada is the house sparrow. This bird is not actually a sparrow per say but fits into the Old World Weaver Finches category. The bird is small in stature and has light brown and cream coloring. House sparrows can create large and messy nests, commonly on rooftops and near chimneys that can be a fire hazard to the home. Because a sparrow is small, the bird has the ability to fit into small spaces. Holes as small as a golf ball provide access for the bird which can lead to nests in the home.

Pigeons

 
A bird that many people can recognize is a pigeon. Pigeons are commonly featured in movies and television shows and are known for not being afraid of humans. Pigeons enjoy calling a backyard home as they will have access to an easy food source. A pigeon is a larger bird that has a gray head with black/green or black/white coloring along its feathers. This bird will easily move into your home and land on porches and window seals, leaving droppings as the bird searches for food.

Being Proactive

 
These are just two examples of birds that are commonly found in Canadian back yards that can wreak havoc on the home. When you have a bird control problem in your home, you will benefit from bird removal services. Have the experts come to your home and evaluate the issue at hand. After an inspection of your property, products will be suggested to rid the home of birds. Some homes need netting to keep birds from landing on the rooftops while others can benefit from visual or audio tools. The experts will know just what tactics to use to ensure that birds are no longer calling your home, their own!

Contact Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control today to schedule an appointment for bird removal services or to start the prevention process for birds in your home. Whether you have an existing bird problem or want to avoid one, Skedaddle Wildlife is ready to assist.