Do hawk kites work?

Question

Do hawk kites work on seagulls? Any tips for making sure they do work?

Richard · Answer

Good morning.
Due to Seagulls inbuilt fear of Hawks, they are an effective tool in keeping Gulls away from an area. They work over a certain area and are an option along with Fire Gell, netting and Spikes.

Pete · Answer

Hi yes they can work i have used them on a golf course to clear it of seagulls but you must ensure you wirk with the wind so the best results can be obtained check they often as they can rip in the wind

Tom · Answer

Fake birds of prey, such as plastic or metal replicas of hawks or owls, can be effective at deterring seagulls in certain situations. Seagulls are intelligent birds that are often attracted to areas where there is a lot of food or garbage. However, they are also wary of predators, and the presence of a fake bird of prey can make them feel threatened and encourage them to stay away from the area.

That being said, the effectiveness of fake birds of prey as a seagull deterrent can depend on a few factors. For example, if the seagulls are already used to humans and other deterrent methods, they may not be as easily intimidated by a fake bird of prey. Additionally, if the fake bird of prey is not placed in a strategic location or is not moved around periodically, the seagulls may eventually learn that it is not a real threat and begin to ignore it.

Overall, while fake birds of prey can be a useful tool in deterring seagulls, they are not foolproof and should be used in conjunction with other deterrent methods, such as netting or spikes, to ensure the best results.

Robert · Answer

Difficult to say as it depends what you are trying to deter or achieve but generally I would say They are no use without some other form of threat. 

If you can explain what the problem is I might be able to advise you

Do hawk kites work?

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