SOUND IN VERTEBRATE PEST CONTROL

摘要: Author(s): Frings, Hubert | Abstract: The author discusses the concept of controlling pest animals, primarily birds, using sound as a tool to frighten birds from specific location, or deter bird damage. He notes that bio-acoustic sounds have meaning, such distress calls and alarm calls, often are more effective than simply loud, but species-specific in effect. However, they do not need be broadcast at high volume thus less objectionable people within hearing range. Quality, timing, strategies for use discussed with many examples attempts these against various species, especially European starlings. Reasons lack interest research commercialization control, North America particular, discussed.