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House Finch Damage Control Summary

Last Updated: February 05, 2008 | Related resource areas: Wildlife Damage Management

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Summary of Damage Prevention and Control Methods

House finches (also known as linnets),Carpodacus mexicanus
House finches (also known as linnets),Carpodacus mexicanus

Exclusion

Cover crops with plastic netting.

Habitat Modification

Remove cover used for nesting and resting.

Frightening

Av-Alarms® and gas cannons have been somewhat effective.

Avitrol®

Repellents

Capsicum

Toxicants

None are registered or currently avail-able for use.

Trapping

Modified Australian crow traps, converted cotton trailer trap.

Shooting

Limited effectiveness


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