This week I saw and heard pigeons stuck in spikes in Valletta, it was horrible they were screaming in pain and it was really disturbing to hear and see. I wanted to help but there was nothing I could do, so I decided to start this petition in hopes to save any pigeons that could die or get hurt in the future.

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Please consider signing this petition, if you care about stopping animals suffering, that could be avoided by simply taking another approach of deterring them from landing on buildings.

Some Non-Harmful Deterrents:

Reflective Objects

We don’t know exactly why, but birds tend to avoid shiny, reflective materials. It could be that the reflections disorientate and confuse them, but whatever the reason, we can use this knowledge to effectively deter Pigeons.

From old CDs and pocket mirrors to purpose-made holographic tapes, reflective materials are a go-to deterrent for many problem bird species. The key is to hang the material (perhaps from thread or monofilament) near the problem area to allow it to move in the wind and throw light.

Some clever bird-deterring devices that rotate using the wind or an electric or solar power source are also available on the market. These products are attached securely in problem areas like rooftops to keep Pigeons at bay.

Bird Netting

Depending on your situation, it may be possible to completely exclude Pigeons from the area you’re trying to protect with simple bird netting.

Bird netting is a highly effective and humane method of deterring Pigeons from semi-enclosed areas like balconies. A mesh size of approximately 2 inches or 50mm provides an excellent barrier against these birds without blocking light or airflow.

The netting should be stretched taught and secured around the entire perimeter for neatness and to prevent any clever birds from sneaking through.