Evaluation of D-Pulegone as an Avian Repellent
Mason JR. 1990. Evaluation of D-Pulegone as an Avian Repellent. The Journal of Wildlife Management. 54(1):130-135
Despite increasing demand, few chemical repellents are available for control of avian depredation and nuisance problems. New potential repellents may include flavorings that are used in human and animal foods and are offensive to birds. D-pulegone, a mint flavor, may represent a useful repellent; it is used at low (<1%) concentrations as a food additive. I assessed the repellency of d-pulegone in 1-cup and 2-cup feeding tests with European starlings (Sturnus vulgaris). Concentrations as low as 0.01% (g/g) significantly reduced consumption by birds in both 1-cup and 2-cup tests. Further evaluation of d-pulegone and similar compounds (e.g., mangone) appears warranted.
- Type
- Journal Article
- Authors
- Mason, J
- Units
- ARD
- Keywords
- AIRBIB, avian depredation, D-pulegone, European starlings (Sturnus vulgaris), repellents