How to Prevent Birds From Flying Into Windows

It's estimated that more than 90 million birds are killed each year as a result of hitting windows. Stopping the collisions is a matter of changing the birds' perception of what they see in the window.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Bird Silhouette Decals
• Poultry Netting
• Hanging Plants
• Wind Chimes

1. Go outside and assess the "bird's-eye view" of windows. Look at anything that would give birds the impression that there is no barrier at the window glass.

2. Put inexpensive stick-on silhouettes of hawks, falcons or owls on outside of window.

3. Hang plants, streamers, wind chimes, or other objects outside the window.

4. Move feeders away from large picture windows.

5. Put a barrier of garden netting outside the window. This is most effective if firmly mounted about a foot away from the glass.

Tips & Warnings

• Many birds that hit windows and appear to be dead are merely stunned. Leave birds on ground covered with a kitchen colander or box with air holes, until they recover. This will protect them from predators.
• An awning may be effective in changing the reflection in the window.

[bierte]

on 2/16/2009 You might also try a window film called CollidEscape. www.lfdcollidescape.com

[bierte]

on 2/16/2009 You might also try a window film called CollidEscape. www.lfdcollidescape.com

[bierte]

on 2/16/2009 You might also try a window film called CollidEscape. www.lfdcollidescape.com

[bierte]

on 2/16/2009 You might also try a window film called CollidEscape. www.lfdcollidescape.com

[Tarpguy]

on 9/22/2008 Install a product like EZ Snap exterior shades. Not only does it stop birds from hitting the window, it also cools your house at the same time. You can get more info on this at the following link:
http://www.ezsnapdirect.com/prevent-birds-flying-into-windows