These birds can damage buildings, be quite a nuisance, and cause a public health threat.
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The standard pigeon has a short neck with a small head. Their short legs with level front and hind toes allow them to perch on branches as well as walk on flat surfaces. Adult pigeons are generally 12-15 inches longs. They have become so accustomed to being around people that they rarely fly away from us now and will even walk right up to you if there’s a chance for some food.
Want to identify another bird?Droppings from pigeons can damage property, discolor building and car paint, ruin wood, clog gutters, stain fabric, and even short out electrical equipment. Aside from causing physical damage, pigeon droppings also cause damage to your business’s brand and reputation. Increased fecal matter and nesting materials is even known to increase the risk of slipping, especially in the colder months when it freezes on the ground. Regardless of temperature, conditions, or noise, pigeons will always be around unless you have a successful exclusion or deterrent program in place. They have gotten very used to people and will even walk under your legs in search of their next meal.
Bird droppings are not only unsightly, but they can carry more than 60 different kinds of diseases including histoplasmosis, Cryptococcus, ectoparasites, Salmonella, and E. coli. The World Health Organization reports that birds are also the principal reservoir for viruses associated with eastern and western equine encephalitis, St. Louis encephalitis, West Nile virus, and even some influenza viruses.
Bird droppings are not only unsightly, but they can carry more than 60 different kinds of diseases including histoplasmosis, Cryptococcus, ectoparasites, Salmonella, and E. coli. The World Health Organization reports that birds are also the principal reservoir for viruses associated with eastern and western equine encephalitis, St. Louis encephalitis, West Nile virus, and even some influenza viruses.