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We’re excited to announce the launch of the brand new Sky Raiders website, designed to showcase who we are, what we do, and how we can help you with all aspects of bird and pest control. The new site makes it easier than ever to:✅ Explore our full range of…

Feral pigeons are one of the most common urban pest birds in the UK. While many people see them as part of city life, the truth is that uncontrolled pigeon populations can cause serious problems for businesses, property owners, and public spaces. From building damage to health and safety risks, the hidden costs quickly add up.

Sky Raiders is proud to announce the expansion of our professional bird control services into London, offering humane and effective solutions for businesses, venues, and public spaces across the capital.

When it comes to tackling pest bird problems, nothing compares to the natural presence of a bird of prey. At Sky Raiders, we use specially trained hawks and falcons to provide a safe, sustainable, and highly effective alternative to traditional pest control methods. Here are the top five benefits of…

The presence of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI), or bird flu, has been confirmed in Herring Gulls at several coastal sites across the UK. This follows recent detections in Devon and Cornwall, raising concerns about the spread of the disease in wild gull populations. Confirmed Cases Seaton Wetlands, East DevonIn…

London is one of the busiest cities in the world, and with that comes an unavoidable challenge, pigeons. From Trafalgar Square to shopping centres, railway stations, and office blocks, feral pigeons thrive in the capital. While many see them as a harmless part of city life, the reality is very…

When it comes to managing pest birds such as gulls, pigeons, and starlings, there are countless deterrent methods on the market — from spikes and nets to electronic devices. But one technique has stood the test of time for thousands of years: falconry.

When it comes to managing gull populations, particularly herring gulls and lesser black-backed gulls in urban and commercial environments, it’s essential to understand the legal landscape. Falconry offers a humane and effective method of pest control, but there are important legal considerations to bear in mind. Legal Context All wild…

We’re proud to announce that Sky Raiders has secured a major new contract with Abellio Greater Anglia, one of the UK’s leading train operating companies. This partnership will see our team delivering specialist bird control services across a key railway depot, helping to maintain safe, clean, and operationally efficient. For…

The Challenge The Ilford Depot was struggling with a severe feral pigeon infestation. Birds were gaining constant access through the open depot doors, leaving guano and nesting debris across workstations, tools, and other critical areas. This not only created a persistent cleaning problem but also posed significant health and safety…

Pest birds such as pigeons, gulls, and corvids are a growing problem for businesses across the UK. From fouling and property damage to health risks and customer complaints, unmanaged bird activity can quickly escalate into a costly issue. When faced with these problems, many businesses consider tackling the issue themselves….

At Sky Raiders, our mission is always to use the most humane and sustainable methods of managing pest species. Wherever possible, we rely on non-lethal techniques such as falconry, deterrents, and habitat management to resolve conflicts between wildlife and people. But there are situations where these measures alone are not…