Kāpiti Coast District Council culls 107 Canada geese
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Canada Geese Population Control Begins
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Acting parks manager Monique Engelen said there was a “significant amount” of geese droppings in the lake, creating a potential health problem. “Droppings can carry diseases such as avian influenza, campylobacter, Escherichia coli, and salmonella, and large populations can foul waterways.” She hoped the Flock Off spray would deter the birds gathering in large numbers.
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Vaughan Haberley on the path at Awatea lake, Paraparaumu, where Canada geese poo makes any form of activity difficult. “We’ve had some success with this product in the past, and we are optimistic that we will achieve a good result and provide some relief for Awatea Lakes residents and park visitors.”