[Mary]

Hi Tammy,
For some reason my mailbox did not hold a PM from you, but I did figure out how to PM you … not sure if you got it. Fifty-six house sparrows in four days … I think I’m getting the hang of it. It’s only a small dent so far, but I like to think of the broods that won’t happen next year. And, maybe, eventually, a return of the native bird song I so love.
Thanks for your help.
Mary

[Mary]

Hi Tammy,
Thanks so much for your reply and your suggestions. Two days ago I caught one, yesterday 12, and today 10 — all juveniles — everyone’s tips helped. I scoured the yahoo forum (that is now closed) and was able to piece together your method of euthanizing … I think. I wouldn’t mind confirmation but I can’t figure out how to PM you … can you tell me how?
Thanks again,
Mary

[Mary]

Thank you so much for your suggestions. I just finished placing it in a new spot after studiously observing their behavior, and reluctantly put up a feeder right by it, to draw them in. They are very well fed by two neighbors, on either side of me, so I’m hoping they take notice of the new dining establishment. I’ll keep it in the same spot now and will cross my fingers.

Thanks again!!

Mary

[Mary]

Hello,

I’m new to this forum and looking for some advice and encouragement. I have a terrible house sparrow problem. It’s all because a neighbor has 5 feeders in his yard; he has been unresponsive to my entreaties to remove the feeders. He’s in his 80’s, I’m sure he cannot hear their annoying endless chirps.

I’ve had a DRST trap out for a couple weeks, with millet, popcorn, and now white bread, in various places in my yard — no success. I’ve ordered two VanErt traps … can anyone tell me if the sparrows will be interested in them in August? I believe they are done breeding.

Also, if I do trap some, I understand that starter fluid is a good way to dispatch them, but I’m not sure of the method. Can anyone clarify this for me?

I use to have a nice quiet yard, peppered by the occasional native bird song, especially in spring. Now, all I have is the constant noise of hundreds of house sparrows, I am in anguish!

Thanks in advance for any help and encouragement.

Mary

[Mary]

Hello Tammy,
I’ve had my DRST out for about a week, no luck yet, but I’ve read quite a few suggestions that I haven’t yet tried. I have starter fluid ready, but haven’t thought out a good (and safe) way to use it. Could you PM me?
Thanks –
Mary

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