Devices like bird spikes are used in the bird control industry to keep birds from landing on things. They keep pest birds from roosting and therefore fall under the “roost inhibitor” category of bird control products.
The theory is simple: birds will not want to land on sharp needles. Most of the time, they are smart enough not to try and land on or in a set of spikes, but even when they do try (when shelter or food desire is great enough) they are greeted with a prick from the spikes, or cannot find a comfortable way to roost within the bird spikes matrix.
Please note that there are always exceptions to this. Sometimes birds will be able to roost within a spikes matrix, or they may sacrifice their own comfort if their desire to roost or eat is extreme. Barring these rare exceptions, bird spikes are reported to be the most effective method in stopping birds from roosting in specific areas and ledgings.
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In general, all spikes are the same: a set of spikes set on a base mounting strip. There are a few variations of spike strips based on materials and dimensions. In most cases, the spikes themselves are made of polycarbonate (plastic) or metal (stainless steel or aluminum). The base of the spikes can be made of either metal or plastic. Spike bases that are made of plastic tend to be more flexible and can be installed on plain surfaces.
Bird Spikes Widths
Spikes come in a variety of widths, from narrow (2″), regular(5″), and extra wide (7″+) to accomodate different surface requirements. A narrow surface like a window sill might require the narrow strips, while someone trying to apply spikes to signage and large surface areas may want to use the wide or extra wide sizes of spikes.
Top Bird Spike Manufacturers
There are many companies that manufacture and sell bird spikes, including Bird-X, Bird B Gone, Nixalite, and Bird Barrier. These companies all have their own variation of bird spikes.
Where to buy Bird Spikes
You can purchase birdspikes online from a number of different retailers. Amazon usually has the best deals from almost every manufacturer. Click here to view Amazon’s Bird Spikes Selection. You can also click & view our “Where to Buy Bird Spikes Online” page for more options.