Decoys and Bird Robots
Decoys are a time-tested solution both for attracting and deterring birds. Decoys that imitate predators increase the pressure on birds to evacuate a given area.
ROBOP: The dummy is a semi-automatic Robop prey dummy, which automatically executes movements with wings and head while playing raptor screams. Robop is so lifelike that prey birds have been seen trying to attack it in self-defense.:
Birdraptor and Bird-X Drone are flying raptor dummies, which are controlled remotely. They are extremely effective and suitable for regular, short-term use for dispersing large flocks. This makes them particularly suited for use in airports or landfills.
TONI is proud to offer an extensive line of bird decoys. Predator decoys are available as “passive” decoys to hang or position, and “active” decoys such as flying robots and bird decoys with controllable movements.
- Most decoys can be positioned in various locations. Raven, Eagle, Owl and Kestrel decoys can be hung almost anywhere. They move in the wind, giving the impression of a hunter searching for prey.
- Woodpecker decoys signal to other woodpeckers that a given area is “occupied.” As these birds are very territorial, the facades can be effectively protected from woodpeckers.
- For agricultural applications, our predator kite consists of a 9.6m long fiberglass rod, with a 1.11 m wingspan predator decoy attached. The decoy moves freely in the wind.
- Decoys and robot birds are suitable for low to medium populations of birds.
Special dummies for demanding cases
Scarecrow Kite and Birdkite:
Raptors always attack from above. Our scarecrow kite is so effective because it is attached to a rod and floats permanently 8m in height (starter set), taking advantage of birds' innate fear of such an attack. A special version is the helium-filled Birdkite.
Raptors always attack from above. Our scarecrow kite is so effective because it is attached to a rod and floats permanently 8m in height (starter set), taking advantage of birds' innate fear of such an attack. A special version is the helium-filled Birdkite.
 Scarecrow Kite Setwithout Helium |
 Birdkite with Helium (renew regularly) |
ROBOP: The dummy is a semi-automatic Robop prey dummy, which automatically executes movements with wings and head while playing raptor screams. Robop is so lifelike that prey birds have been seen trying to attack it in self-defense.:
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Birdraptor and Bird-X Drone are flying raptor dummies, which are controlled remotely. They are extremely effective and suitable for regular, short-term use for dispersing large flocks. This makes them particularly suited for use in airports or landfills.
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Available Predator decoys
Raven decoy, plastic
Kestrel decoy, plastic
Woodpecker decoy, aluminium
Eagle-owl decoy
Owl decoy, with free-moving wings
Peregrine falcon decoy
Screech owl decoy
Bird of prey kite - can be deployed as scarecrow
falcon decoy - can be deployed as scarecrow
Pros
- Natural control method
- Short and medium term effectiveness depends on the population
- Universally deployable
- Weather resistant and robust
- The predator kite is ca. 10m high and can protect large areas.
Cons
- Can be conspicuous
- Birds can become accustomed to presence of immobile decoys