Well, I brought home an ultrasonic pest repellent today to get rid of mosquitos and cocroaches. But I also have a parrot at home and I am afraid if the pest repellent could cause any harm to it.
Could somebody help ?
2007-02-02 05:02:14 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Birds
Ultra sonic insect repellants just don’t work Studies have shown these devices do not control cockroaches, mosquitoes and other insects. University of Florida researchers recently tested these devices on white-footed ants. Experiments were designed to determine if these units had any repellent affect on the ants. The result, they found that the ants actually moved closer to the units when these units were turned on. If customers ask for a recommendation regarding ultrasonic devices, tell them to save their money. I wouldn't risk harming your bird.
2007-02-02 05:33:09 · answer #1 · answered by H T 2 · 2⤊ 1⤋
I have a lovevird and he is great but needs a lot of attention and takes more time for training. I think the best starter bird would be a cockatiel. My friend has one and he is so sweet. They learn quickly and attach to you pretty early on. The daily responsibilities include feeding them seed, pellets and other nutritious things like fruit and veggies. You will need to change the water at least two times a day to make sure that there is no bacteria in the water dish. Cleaning the cage every 2 weeks has worked well for me although some would suggest once a week. You will want to spend some time with your new bird every day practicing step ups and whistles. The cost for a cage, bird, food and toys will be around $150 - $300 depending on where you get it. Make sure the bird you pick is healthy and happy. If the feathers are not looking nice then the bird may be a little depressed or not have been cared for very well at the pet shop. Hold the bird and see if there is a connection before you just pick one. Hope you find a great pet!
2016-03-29 01:38:39 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've got to say that it probably will drive your bird a little nuts. Our company uses ultrasonic repellers to keep pest birds out of areas, and though your parrot isn't a pest I would be willing to bet that it would be a little freaked out by the noise.
2007-02-02 10:15:33 · answer #3 · answered by Tom S 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I have one and my birds are not affected by it at all. I have the type that is both electromagnetic and
ultrasonic Most agree that rodent like animals can be affected adversely. Have a tweet year.
2007-02-02 16:43:01 · answer #4 · answered by firestarter 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes they do effect birds. It may even say something on the package about not useing around birds. I have two cockatiels and thought about getting one of those, but I read the package and it said not to use around birds. Your best bet is just to stick with the regular traps, but be careful with those also. You don't want your birds to wonder over to them and then get injured or even killed.
2007-02-02 05:18:13 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
i heard this on the radio this week about a parrot banging it's head on the bottom of the cage and apparently that is the cause. they pick up the high frequency.
2007-02-02 05:17:55 · answer #6 · answered by pamela g 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
donno bout birds but i had to turn mine off when my son got a hamster......... not a happy person!!!!
2007-02-02 05:13:35 · answer #7 · answered by lucky10 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋