While deterring perching, bird spikes may not shift birds able to build large nests, and in fact can help them by providing a support to build the nest on. While spikes can be inspected and nests removed, in many countries there are restrictions preventing or restricting the removal of bird nests.

Are pigeon spikes effective?

Anti-bird spikes can reduce pest bird control problems if you’re trying to humanely deter larger birds from landing or nesting. … Bird and pigeon spikes do not hurt birds, they act as a visual and physical barrier. Bird spikes are a humane bird deterrent as the bird doesn’t come into direct contact with the bird spikes.

Do pigeon spikes harm pigeons?

The answer is a resounding, “ No.” In fact, the chances of a bird hurting themselves on a spike is virtually zero. For one thing, the design of a spike system is safe. Spikes are dull and somewhat flexible; contact with spikes is uncomfortable, but never harmful.