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City brings in falconer to discourage seagull nesting at City Hall
Summary
Public works introduced a contracted falconry-based bird-abatement program using trained raptors to discourage seagull nesting at City Hall; falconer Caitlin O'Neil demonstrated a Harris hawk named Crash and described the non-lethal program.
Anacortes public-works staff told the City Council March 24 that the city has contracted a falconer to help deter seagulls from nesting on City Hall's roof.
Public Works Director Mr. Rayum introduced falconer Caitlin O'Neil, who brought Crash, a Harris's hawk, to demonstrate how trained raptors are used for bird abatement around buildings. O'Neil said the service will visit the site two to three times per week…
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