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Do pigeons attack chili plants?

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It's possible. If you're having problems with pigeons in the garden, try the scare tactics in this article.

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A pigeon has made a nest and keeps laying eggs. I wait for the eggs to hatch so I can remove the nest, but they keep laying eggs too quickly. What can I do to move the nest without harming them?

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Same thing happened on my balcony, but there is a small gap of a day or two between the baby birds flying away and new eggs appearing. You should immediately clean the mess and throw the nest away. They'll keep coming back with sticks to build a new nest, but keep cleaning. Sprinkle some spices in the area as described in the article.

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Is it legal to shoot pigeons?

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It depends on your city and state ordinances. It is legal in some places and not others.

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How do I protect plants from pigeons?

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Set up a scare-pigeon or reflective device nearby.

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How can I stop pigeons from nesting under my solar panels?

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First, clean up the mess they made. Then install strong wire mesh barriers that go from just above the base of the panels to the roof surface.

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How about a pellet gun?

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Instead of scaring your neighbors with stray pellets, try using some CDs as reflectors over a rope on the balcony, or spread some honey over the roof of the balcony.

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If I feed birds outside, how can I discourage the pigeons?

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You would have to stop feeding the birds altogether. There isn't a way to only discourage pigeons.

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How do I get rid of pigeons in my home?

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First, you should seal off entrances. To keep them away, you could use the other tactics found in the article.

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How do I keep them away from my pool area?

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Try the scare tactics outlined in Method 3.

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Can broken glass deter pigeons?

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There is no evidence that this works.

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I have a pigeon that has landed on the roof of my car for several nights. How do I get rid of it so that it will be gone for good?

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Put your car close to the garden hose. As soon as he lands on your car, jet him out.

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How can I stop pigeons from eating my lettuce plants?

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You could place an owl statute on a post over your lettuce. The pigeons should be afraid of the owl and stay away from your lettuce. There are also some repellent sprays that you can look into.

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Is there a sonic device that will deter pigeons in a loft?

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I some cases the Thurmheiser Tremel can be effective but these are very expensive ($47K).

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What if they have already nested? Is there something that can let them out but not back in?

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Call animal control for advice.

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I need to remove several trees from my garden, but there are several pigeons who live in the trees. Is it legal to remove my trees?

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You may need to consult with your local ordinances to check if you need a permit to remove trees. Some counties/cities/towns stipulate that if you remove a tree, you must replace it with another one (every county/city/town has different rules).

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I have many pigeons living under my solar panels on my roof. How do I get rid of them?

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You can use moth balls, it takes two days to work and you have to replace them every month.

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What do I do with a flightless baby pigeon whose parents died?

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Contact your nearest licensed wildlife rehabilitation center and they should come and get the bird.

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Can pigeons harm me?

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Pigeons are usually very calm and social animals, but like every living being on this planet, they can defend themselves. Wild pigeons can carry parasites and diseases, but since they are usually pretty clean animals, their reputation for doing so is largely overstated.

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How do I prevent pigeons from laying eggs?

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Get rid of their nests. Without a permanent pigeon residence, they will be less likely to lay eggs.

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