Imagine a chaotic cityscape filled with pedestrians and vehicles. In this bustling urban jungle, Canada geese have established themselves as the unruly neighborhood bullies. Like an unruly gang, they clash with airplanes, intimidate unsuspecting joggers, and leave no surface unmarked by their prodigious piles of excrement. Municipalities have invested significant resources in trying to scare away these feathered troublemakers, but recent research suggests that their efforts have been practically useless, especially during the winter months when the birds should be most vulnerable. It’s like spraying water on a flame; these brazen birds just shake it off and continue to conquer every nook and cranny. Perhaps it’s time for humans to rethink their tactics and find more innovative solutions to regain control over their turf. As we delve deeper into the fascinating world of avian behavior, we may uncover secrets that will help us prevail against our feathery foes. To learn more about these tenacious geese and the battle for territorial dominance, dive into the full research article!
Canada geese collide with aircraft, intimidate unassuming joggers, and leave lawns and sidewalks spattered with prodigious piles of feces. They’re widely considered nuisance birds, and municipalities invest considerable time and money harassing geese to relocate the feisty flocks. But new research shows standard goose harassment efforts aren’t effective, especially in winter when birds should be most susceptible to scare tactics.
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