A less significant measure would be to get rid of any bird feeders or at least seed that sparrows like to feed on such as millet or shelled sunflower. Removing shrubs and trees can be costly, time consuming and have a negative impact on the environment. While this could be effective, it is also extreme.
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If you’re trying to figure out how to get rid of sparrows, you may be tempted to remove their favorite hangout spots including shrubs and trees. It’s worth noting that sparrows adapt quickly to both sound and visual tactics, so these methods may only work temporarily. Sparrows are also frightened by shiny objects such as mylar tape or foil strips.
Visual scare tactics can include balloons, kites and decoy birds of prey forms that fly above your property. Sound deterrents can be more effective if paired with a visual. However, sound deterrents may require adjustments frequently, as sparrows adapt to sound deterrents quickly. How to get rid of house sparrows using sound? There is no specific noise that will scare sparrows away, but trying a variety of loud sounds could help reduce the number of sparrows around your home. Check for existing nests on things like ventilators, window AC units, overhangs and ornamental decorations. Replace any broken windows or cover them with plywood.To be effective, the entire ledge must be covered. Ledge protectors (commercially available strips of protruding metal spikes) can prevent house sparrows from roosting on ledges.Plastic bird netting can be used to exclude sparrows from bushes. Screen in eaves to prevent house sparrows from roosting or nesting.Close any holes around your home that are larger than 3/4 inch.To help prevent them from entering your home: Any openings on the outside of your property can be a potential entry point for a sparrow. If sparrows begin congregating in your yard you may also find them starting to slip into your house as well.
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