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What the OvoControl Pigeon Control Program Is

Pigeons are a recurring concern in many regions of Costa Rica, from busy urban centers to coastal tourist areas. Their droppings can damage infrastructure, create sanitation issues, and disrupt the cleanliness of public and private properties. The OvoControl program offers a humane, science-backed solution to manage pigeon populations gradually and safely.

OvoControl functions as a contraceptive, gently interrupting the pigeons’ reproductive cycle. This non-lethal approach supports long-term, sustainable population control and aligns with Costa Rica’s strong commitment to environmental protection and wildlife-friendly practices.

By tackling the root cause of overpopulation, OvoControl provides an effective, responsible option for reducing pigeon activity across residential communities, commercial buildings, agricultural areas, and public spaces throughout Costa Rica.

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In Costa Rica, many property owners still rely on traditional methods like netting or blocking access to rooftops, ledges, and other common roosting spots. These measures may offer short-term relief, but they often fail to control larger or long-standing pigeon colonies effectively.

OvoControl provides a more dependable and humane long-term solution. When paired with our Integrated Pigeon Management (IPM) strategy, which includes selective and strategic physical barriers, it creates a comprehensive and responsible approach to managing pigeon populations across residential areas, commercial properties, and industrial zones throughout Costa Rica.

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FAQs on Pigeon Control in Costa Rica

Urban pigeon populations in Costa Rica can cause sanitation problems, damage buildings, and create hygiene concerns. Droppings and nesting materials may lead to structural deterioration, clogged drains or roofs, and attract pests.
Yes. Research on feral pigeons has detected pathogens in droppings — such as Salmonella, Chlamydophila psittaci, enteropathogenic E. coli and Campylobacter — which may pose risks, especially to children or immunocompromised people.
Yes. National wildlife-protection laws make feeding wild animals, including pigeons, illegal to discourage dependency and prevent overpopulation. According to The Tico Times , enforcement of these laws can be difficult, but feeding wildlife is strongly discouraged to protect both animals and humans.
Humane control measures include removing food sources (ensuring trash bins are closed and no food waste is exposed), using physical exclusion such as nets, spikes or mesh to block roosting and nesting spots, and cleaning/disinfecting areas where droppings accumulate.
Unchecked pigeon populations can lead to persistent sanitation problems, an elevated risk of disease transmission, damage to buildings or infrastructure, clogged drains or gutters, and accumulation of droppings which degrade surfaces and increase slip hazards.
 

OvoControl in Costa Rica

OvoControl® (a brand of nicarbazin) is recognized as the safest and most effective pigeon control solution in Costa Rica. Developed by Innolytics, a leader in wildlife contraceptive technologies, OvoControl offers a reliable way to manage pigeon populations.

Get OvoControl today through Innolytics or by contacting your local Pest Management Professional for more details.

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Phone: +506 2258 4111
Email: info@procontrolcr.com
Address: Avenida 14 entre Calles 6 y 8, San José, Costa Rica

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