What Happens During Geese Nesting Season?

The Important Details of Nesting Season

The migratory and nesting behaviors of geese give us insight into how they operate and which ways we can get them to relocate. As stubborn birds, geese have a strict idea of what environment are ideal, and once they nest are likely to stay. By using their natural instincts against them we can control the geese and convince them to move elsewhere. Once the geese understand they are no longer safe in that area they are more likely to choose a completely different spot for the nesting season. Continue reading to learn more about the details of nesting season, how geese behave during this time, and how Goose Masters can help drive off geese from your property!

Geese Nesting Behavior

During nesting geese become even more aggressive, especially when any predators come near their nest. A goose protects their egg for a month before hatching begins, and during that time they become very territorial. This is a massive nuisance when geese decide to nest on your property or nearby areas with heavy traffic. Parks, golf courses, and other areas with lots of human activity can cause stress on the geese and will result in unpleasant interactions.

Geese have very ritualistic behavioral patterns concerning nesting. Some geese have been known to return to the same nesting place for years, even up to a decade. It’s important to handle a geese infestation quickly; to stop the issue from growing significantly over time.

Geese Settling In

If geese find an environment that exceeds all of their needs they are likely to turn it into a seasonal home. Because geese have many predators in the wild they have become accustomed to nesting near human populations, which tend to have less dangerous wildlife nearby. In densely populated areas, we see geese nest at golf courses, parks, outdoor recreation facilities, residential developments, and other areas that offer ideal living conditions. Some geese will stay in the same area throughout the entire year and become a constant nuisance. Being proactive and taking control of the situation early on will create a better path to success when trying to maintain a property free of geese.

Choosing A Nesting Location

As the migratory season ends, geese begin leaving the non-breeding regions to find a suitable nesting site. This migration north happens near the end of Winter. Once geese find a place to live during nesting season, they will often build their nests near a large body of water. They also prefer areas that allow their goslings easy access since they can’t fly immediately.

Geese typically choose bodies of water because the areas are abundant in resources, and they offer protection from wildlife predators. Bodies of water typically foster a hospitable habitat for these birds. Other than the natural resources available near water, geese also are becoming more accustomed to being fed by nearby humans. This makes areas like parks even more suitable for nesting. During nesting season geese will lay 5 or 6 eggs in their nest. After a month of caring for the eggs, hatching begins. If the nesting area isn’t near a body of water geese will likely move to a nearby pond or lake.

Ways to Stop Geese Nesting

There are more permanent ways of deterring geese from nesting on your property, like thick foliage around your property, or near the edge of water. Obstacles can be very effective because geese prioritize nesting sites with easy access for their goslings, which can’t fly immediately after hatching. Stopping anyone from feeding the geese will also help prevent them from staying. Geese prioritize resources and comfort, especially during nesting season, and will be encouraged to stick around if humans are providing food for them. Goose Masters provide geese control services throughout the year, but deterring geese from building their nest can prevent a geese infestation from starting, or even becoming a recurring annual event.

Keeping Geese Away

Our professionally trained border collies know exactly how to simulate a stalking scenario that misleads the geese into believing they are being hunted by prey. This is widely accepted as the most effective way to control the geese’s perception of whether the area is safe. Because geese are federally protected and their nests cannot be physically moved we utilize the most effective and humane techniques. Common gimmicks like motion detectors, alligator scarecrows, and other cheap fixes never work, so working with a professional goose control team is the best way to prevent these aggressive birds from returning.

Bird Control Professionals

Geese are commonly known to be both stubborn and in some cases very aggressive. For that reason, geese control can be very difficult without professional help. We can set up a meeting and consultation to survey the problem and come up with a plan that fits your needs. As professionals we have studied the behavior of geese, how their nesting patterns work, and how nesting impacts how they respond to geese control techniques. With frequent visits to your property, we will utilize our trained dogs to simulate a hunting experience and scare the geese. If you’re interested in working with a team of professionals contact Goose Masters. With our experience, we can maximize the effectiveness of the best techniques used in the geese control business. Contact us to learn more!

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What Happens During Geese Nesting Season?

The Important Details of Nesting Season

Geese Nesting Behavior

Geese Settling In

Choosing A Nesting Location

Ways to Stop Geese Nesting

Keeping Geese Away

Bird Control Professionals

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