A pair of mallard ducks has taken to my pool every morning. To those with this unit, do you think it will work to frighten them away?
1967638
Yes, our pool is about 20 feet back from our house. It tends to go off when we get a bad rain storm, I can hear it from inside with everything shut and the rain pouring. I don't know how much ducks disrupt the water so you might have some trouble fine tuning the sensitivity but eventually you'll get it right. Also if the only goal of this is to keep the ducks gone just save yourself the earache and throw away the indoor receiver.
1967639
Yes, this will definitely teach both of you a lesson... Just remember the alarm in the house is just as loud if not louder than the one in the pool!
1967640
Yep. Hopefully you don't have neighbors to close our it will scare them away in the process.
63502
We used havahart critter ridder on skunks that forage on our yard. It seems to work for awhile, but they got used to the smell or the water from the sprinkler system washed it out. If it worked, it was only temporary. And then, they were back......
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Skunks don't scare that easily; they have to feel threatened and even then they warn before they spray. So, my guess is that it could work hypothetically (if it works on other other animals--certainly it can work for deer) but I am guessing that since the motion detector panel that sets off the water is higher than a skunk (low to the ground) would generally be, it might not register the skunk's presence. You may want to consider a Scarecrow which can be set lower, or a solar flashing light. We have all three (including the Havahard Spray Away Elite II) and so far have had good luck with that combination (for deer at least, and maybe other night roaming creatures.) Skunks don't scare that easily; they have to feel threatened and even then they warn before they spray. So, my guess is that it could work hypothetically (if it works on other other animals--certainly it can work for deer) but I am guessing that since the motion detector panel that sets off the water is higher than a skunk (low to the ground) would generally be, it might not register the skunk's presence. You may want to consider a Scarecrow which can be set lower, or a solar flashing light. We have all three (including the Havahard Spray Away Elite II) and so far have had good luck with... » Read More Skunks don't scare that easily; they have to feel threatened and even then they warn before they spray. So, my guess is that it could work hypothetically (if it works on other other animals--certainly it can work for deer) but I am guessing that since the motion detector panel that sets off the water is higher than a skunk (low to the ground) would generally be, it might not register the skunk's presence. You may want to consider a Scarecrow which can be set lower, or a solar flashing light. We have all three (including the Havahard Spray Away Elite II) and so far have had good luck with that combination (for deer at least, and maybe other night roaming creatures.) « Show Less
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Yes...These critters are really cute, my daughter has bonded with them. Believe it or not, they have personality and are a lot of fun to watch!!Initially, they were petrified in their new home, but are very comfortable now. They can sometimes be aggressive with any bottom/slow moving dwellers. One of mine is much calmer than the other, so again, it's a chance you're taking. If you decide to put them in the same tank, be sure that it's very heavily planted so that both have plenty of places to hide. Good luck and happy holidays!
1517492
The better option is to get a contech scarecrow sprinkler that will spray them when they enter the pool area. Works great for keeping rabbits out of my garden.
1008758
I would assume it would be decent if you can get it close to their nesting area. I just know it worked on the bats but they rely on sonar and this makes noise so it seemed like a perfect fit. I would ask someone who say it got rid of their mice or rats though.
581818
I've had the Nite-Guard for about 14 months now and it's still working great. It really does scare the critters a way.I consider it a good investment.
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I would suggest going to the Talprid website and contacting the mfg. It worked well on my moles. I also used a device called a MoleMover that uses two C batteries and gives off a noise (underground) that simulates another mole/gopher that seems to have helped rid the yard of the critters.
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It Will definitely kill the noisy birds in your backyard! That's what I bought mine for and it definitely worked! I haven't used the pellets yet, but the BBs definitely do the job. The further away the bird is The more pumps you will want to do. I usually pumpe the gun about seven times and it gets the job done. They don't recommend pumping more than 10 times as you may mess up the spring in the gun.
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If the birds get near the ground, it may scare them away. Any type of motion near the ground will set it off. If the bird feeder is way up high, then i wouldnt worry about it.
84997
I doubt it will bring them out of your house. Try to centralize/attract them to a water sponge in the house, then take them out as a group. They will only remain where there is a water source.
564590
I wish I could be more encouraging but I'm not sure that the unit did anything. The best answer is to get some large traps and bait them with peanut butter and mix in a few peanuts.
44335
As a rule, it requires repeated use and after time they begin to avoid the area. I doubt it will remove a nested critter.
1041701
It worked for me, you have to set the controls inside the back to where it works the best against the pigeons and does not annoy you. Batteries only last me about a month. The included A/C cord works the best, if you can set it up without bothering the appearance.
1833103
It should work just fine. A couple of things you might want to keep an eye out for, though... One is that if the waters is too small, it might be possible for the birds to come into contact with the hotter parts of the heater, in the center. It does get pretty warm. At least mine does. The other is that a smaller waterer might evaporate off more quickly. But if you are checking a couple times of day anyway, I would think that would work fine.
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I don't think it will help you. It will only deter timid animals like deer or squirrels. Bobcats are more aggressive animals and the ultrasonic sound will not have much effect. I suggest you try one of the items that others here recommend.
52650
I think it should, as the cover lays on top of the water of pool. It creates a barrier so ducks shouldn't want to land, as there is no where to swim.