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  • RABIES Update for March 29 2017

    Rabies continues to spread through Ontario, mainly the Raccoon strain.  Here is an update on the situation on rabies in Ontario from the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (MNRF) as of March 29, 2017.

    OMNRF are reporting 1 new case of raccoon strain rabies from the previous week, occurring in a raccoon from Haldimand.  As of March 29, 2017, there have been a total of 295 cases of raccoon strain and 8 cases of fox strain rabies in Ontario. Hamilton has been the hardest his area with a total of 232 cases of Racccoon Rabies.

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What You Need to Know About Gulls Nesting on Roofs

The Biggest Misconceptions About Gulls Nesting on Roofs

Many people think they know how to address gulls nesting on roofs.

While these birds can seem harmless from afar, their nesting habits can cause problems for homeowners. From noise and mess to considerable damage, dealing with gulls nesting on your roof is a task you'll want to tackle sooner rather than later.

Naturally, it’s easy to think that you can get all your questions answered with a quick Google search– but that’s not always the case.

What You Need to Know About Gulls

In urban areas, gulls often find flat rooftops to be ideal nesting spots, because rooftops mimic their natural cliff habitats, offering a safe place to raise their young away from ground based predators.

They’re also attracted to areas near water sources like lakes, rivers, and coastlines, which is where they feast on fish and other marine life.

Gulls are also relatively social birds that often nest in colonies, especially during breeding season. This behavior allows them to protect their nests from predators and communicate with other gulls in the area.

So, why do gulls nest on roofs?

Read more: What You Need to Know About Gulls Nesting on Roofs

 

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