I need to protect my 10 x 6 fish pond from raccoons - what do I need to buy besides the SS-2LGX ? - Is this safe for small birds and what about rain?
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It works great on squirrels. It should work for raccoons. I tested it by touching it and received a surprisingly strong jolt. Because the shock is intermittent, it doesn't harm birds or small animals. In fact, I used it to keep birds from building a nest on an antenna. One shock and they flew away, never to return. The unit is water resistant, but I did put a plastic bag over it just to be safe. You will need some bare aluminum wire, insulated stand-offs, wooden posts, and a means of grounding a unit. I clamped the ground to a convenient cold water pipe. If no grounding is available, you will have to drive a copper post into the ground.4 D cell batteries lasted all summer. It works great on squirrels. It should work for raccoons. I tested it by touching it and received a surprisingly strong jolt. Because the shock is intermittent, it doesn't harm birds or small animals. In fact, I used it to keep birds from building a nest on an antenna. One shock and they flew away, never to return. The unit is water resistant, but I did put a plastic bag over it just to be safe. You will need some bare aluminum wire, insulated stand-offs, wooden posts, and a means of grounding a unit. I clamped the ground to a convenient cold water pipe. If no grounding is... » Read More It works great on squirrels. It should work for raccoons. I tested it by touching it and received a surprisingly strong jolt. Because the shock is intermittent, it doesn't harm birds or small animals. In fact, I used it to keep birds from building a nest on an antenna. One shock and they flew away, never to return. The unit is water resistant, but I did put a plastic bag over it just to be safe. You will need some bare aluminum wire, insulated stand-offs, wooden posts, and a means of grounding a unit. I clamped the ground to a convenient cold water pipe. If no grounding is available, you will have to drive a copper post into the ground.4 D cell batteries lasted all summer. « Show Less
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it has a good shock that comes in a pulse. One set of batteries lasts 2 -3 months. Won't hurt the birds and I found no effects from rain, it won't short out. The ground post needs to be deep if the ground is dry, less so if moist. Warranty is a year. I use mine inthe summer to keep wood chucks out of the garden ( racoons too)
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I used it for my dog pen. I bought a grounding rod, insultors and the wire and 3D batteries. The charger is sold by itself. Rain does not stop it from working. For the birds, it depends how they land or touch the wire. If they touch the ground and wire it could kill them, but just the wire itself they are ok (birds land on high voltage power lines all the time, but they are not grounded, so they are ok). Best bet is ask Havahart.
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This exactly what I use the fencer for. My only problem is that I forget to change the batteries. When the coons find out I lose my gold fish. There is no problem with birds or the rain.
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See Bob's answer below. Also, FWIW, I have a problem w/ raccoons coming to eat the seeds the birds drop on the ground, so I rigged a light-weight, plastic (plant) tray to hang underneath the feeder (from the Cardinal ring) to catch the seeds. Being able to adjust the sensitivity of the 'closing' option of the feeder allowed me to tighten the spring so that the weight of the tray wouldn't close the feeder's holes. Also, I thought I was going to have to clean the tray of all the dropped seeds, but other birds sit on the edge of the tray and eat the seeds for me. I punched numerous small drain holes in the tray so rain water would flow through. It's a great product. See Bob's answer below. Also, FWIW, I have a problem w/ raccoons coming to eat the seeds the birds drop on the ground, so I rigged a light-weight, plastic (plant) tray to hang underneath the feeder (from the Cardinal ring) to catch the seeds. Being able to adjust the sensitivity of the 'closing' option of the feeder allowed me to tighten the spring so that the weight of the tray wouldn't close the feeder's holes. Also, I thought I was going to have to clean the tray of all the dropped seeds, but other birds sit on the edge of the tray and eat the seeds for me. I punched numerous small drain... » Read More See Bob's answer below. Also, FWIW, I have a problem w/ raccoons coming to eat the seeds the birds drop on the ground, so I rigged a light-weight, plastic (plant) tray to hang underneath the feeder (from the Cardinal ring) to catch the seeds. Being able to adjust the sensitivity of the 'closing' option of the feeder allowed me to tighten the spring so that the weight of the tray wouldn't close the feeder's holes. Also, I thought I was going to have to clean the tray of all the dropped seeds, but other birds sit on the edge of the tray and eat the seeds for me. I punched numerous small drain holes in the tray so rain water would flow through. It's a great product. « Show Less
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I really don't know but this item needs to be at their height level. I have this on my swimming pool deck for the raccoons because they like to swim in the middle of the night and have one by my fish pond for the big birds that want to eat my fish.
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I would recommend using bamboo reed fencing ( 4 layers ) they wont see or get to eachother ) I have it on my chainlink fence for privacy. backyard xcapes is the brand and home depot has 4 rolls of it for $98 with free ship to home. 3 layers is 95% non see through, 4 layers is 100% non see through. I recommend 3 layer and then adding a 4th layer down the road ( about 9 mo later when it turns grey from weather ) thompsons water seal didn't prevent that for me.
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I use this on a pond, forcing more flow through it with a submersable pump on the intake end. Turtles are quite messy. Depending on the size of the turtle, even one of these will need regular cleanings. I use mine for an Alligator. It works great.
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Hi Aubin, sorry I am late with this response. I have used this item for inhouse only. I keep it mainly for rats and mice which knock on wood has solved my problem. Also works for spiders but I highly doubt this is powerfull enough to work on raccoons ------I don't think those guys are bothered by anything. You can use them in a garage but I think the capacity of what they keep away is limited. These are great for inhouse-----I do change them every 5-6 months.
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This is meant to seal and keep water out from RV roofs / but if you put it on inside the pond perhaps the pressure of the water against it would help seal. However, you would have to drain the pond and make sure the area was completely dry before applying. Don't think there is anything in it that would hurt your fish.
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I have them to protect my chickens. I have had no problems with critters. It's suggested you put the predator at the level shown on the instructions for the particular critters size. The Predadtor was recommended to me by a friend who uses them to protect goats from coyotes. He swears by it. He has 4. Me, all I can say is no problems with the possum or raccoon who got 3 of my chickens BEFORE the Predator. It has blinking red lights. I plan on buying a few more. They work up to a clear distance of 1/2 mile. I'd get them again. It's worth the try
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Thanks everyone for your answer. It does seem to be one specific, and newer, model that makes the running water sound. We have noticed the noise most definitely attracts other birds besides our normal residents (maybe ones that would have kept flying by without noticing?) I'd strongly recommend the version that makes the running water noise, which, I've learned, is apparently the 6WW. We're only in need of another because some raccoons took exception to our ownership of the agitator arm (that spins the water) and stole it. :( Anyway... Thanks again, everyone.
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before answering how much water is in the tank and how dirty are the animals living in the tank. I'l using the XP-M for one rather large and dirty red eared slider - and it does great job. Its a little overkill for a breeders tank (holding about 30 gals of water). I went overkill so I would have to clean as often.
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Any cheap glass cover will keep it safe but I built my own plexiglass cover on the 20 gallon long breeder tank that sit under the main tank but then I also tricked out the back to have a background on the inside of the tank and a mirror on the backside to keep any light from leaking in the tank from other light sources. It takes a precise cut (within 1/32nd inch and perfectly straight) but you just need a the prefect score glass cutter and a good straight edge, $8 48" Empire at HD in my weapon of choice. Then it just take mineral oil, silicone and skill.
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I have owned both. There doesn't seem to be any difference. BOTH have given me 2 1/2 years of continues running service. Make sure you pick the size you need for your pond.
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I remember seeing one when I was buying mine. I didn't buy it, but where I installed it I wish I had. This alone is NOT water proof...and if it rains right before a freeze up...this thing won't work until thawing out (spring time for us up here). So either get the enclosure, build and enclosure or put it in a good spot where the potential for wet and freezing won't happen.
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We never used it for that purpose so I don't really know. We have seen a raccoon that went after birdfeeders and trash cans, but I never thought to spray for that purpose. I think a strong mint oder repels raccoons. This product has a light mint scent so it might be worth a try, but I can't really say it would work as well as it has for deer damaging plants in our yard.
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I never used batteries with the Bird-X. I'm still using the two I purchased, but I won't be able to decide if this keeps the raccoons out until this fall/winter. I keep both going 24/7. The noise is LOUD when set to the high level! So...you need to be able to put it somewhere you can't hear it.
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I'm also facing this problem because of the snow and ice that accumulate and keeps the birds from getting to the seed. I'm thinking about buying "L" shaped aluminum pieces about 1/2" X 1/2" by 2 ft and screwing them to the corners of the base and attaching a piece of colored plexiglass to the "L" piecing using corner brackets. I think a colored cover might be easier for the birds to see; they might fly into a clear cover. To keep larger animals away I use an airsoft BB pistol that my grandson gave me! I have to wait until the weather warms up before I can build anything; it's -20 F outside and +10 F in my garage. I'm also facing this problem because of the snow and ice that accumulate and keeps the birds from getting to the seed. I'm thinking about buying "L" shaped aluminum pieces about 1/2" X 1/2" by 2 ft and screwing them to the corners of the base and attaching a piece of colored plexiglass to the "L" piecing using corner brackets. I think a colored cover might be easier for the birds to see; they might fly into a clear cover. To keep larger animals away I use an airsoft BB pistol that my grandson gave me! I have to wait until the weather warms up before I can build... » Read More I'm also facing this problem because of the snow and ice that accumulate and keeps the birds from getting to the seed. I'm thinking about buying "L" shaped aluminum pieces about 1/2" X 1/2" by 2 ft and screwing them to the corners of the base and attaching a piece of colored plexiglass to the "L" piecing using corner brackets. I think a colored cover might be easier for the birds to see; they might fly into a clear cover. To keep larger animals away I use an airsoft BB pistol that my grandson gave me! I have to wait until the weather warms up before I can build anything; it's -20 F outside and +10 F in my garage. « Show Less
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Depending on your area of the country! I live in SW AZ and have a 2500 gallon pond. 40 watts was not enough. And I had troubles with this. I now went to 2 55 watt jaebo? or something like that. I would say if you have an algae issue, you may need more also. I don't believe too much uv filter would hurt anything, except keep your pond very clean.