Large windows and glazed doors are the stuff of dreams for some homeowners, especially if you've got a nice view.
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However, the problem for some birds is that they keep flying into them.
Sadly, a bird colliding with a window usually causes severe damage. Luckily, there are a few things to prevent birds from flying into your windows.
In most cases, it's thought that birds don't see the glass and attempt to fly through it. In other cases, the birds might see the reflection of the landscape in the window and not realise it's a window.
Another reason birds attack windows is they mistake their reflection for an intruder. This bird behaviour is very common during breeding and nesting seasons.
Be careful where you place bird baths and feeders. While many of us go out of our way to attract birds to our garden with bird feeders and baths, ensure you get the placement right. Place bird feeders and baths at least 10 metres from any windows. Alternatively, if you don't have space, place your bird bath or feeder really close the window. They will unlikely build up enough momentum to hurt themselves if they fly into your window.
Use window decals to break up the reflections. Decals like these anti-collision stickers work well to deter birds from flying into windows but remember, one single decal alone won't prevent a window strike; it needs to be spread across the whole window.
White tape or paint. Placing white tape vertically and horizontally on the outside of the window will also work.
Removable window film. Apply an opaque window film so you can still see outside but the native birds can recognise the windows as a solid surface, and hopefully avoid it.
Netting. Place a small mesh net at least 8 cm from the window. This way, birds can bounce off before hitting the glass.
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