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What the OvoControl Pigeon Control Program Is

Pigeons are a common challenge across Thailand, from the bustling streets of Bangkok to coastal cities and urban centers nationwide. Their droppings can damage buildings, create sanitation issues, and pose potential health risks. The OvoControl program offers a scientifically proven, humane solution to manage pigeon populations safely and effectively over time.

OvoControl works as a contraceptive, gently interrupting the pigeons' reproductive cycle. This non-lethal approach supports sustainable population control and aligns with Thailand's growing focus on environmental responsibility and animal welfare.

By targeting the root cause of overpopulation, OvoControl provides a responsible, long-term pigeon management solution for residential neighborhoods, commercial properties, industrial facilities, and public spaces throughout Thailand.

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In Thailand, many property owners still rely on traditional methods like nets or blocking access to ledges and rooftops to deter pigeons. While these measures may offer temporary relief, they often fall short when managing larger or well-established pigeon populations.

OvoControl provides a more dependable and humane long-term solution. When combined with our Integrated Pigeon Management (IPM) strategy—which includes targeted physical deterrents—it delivers a comprehensive and responsible approach to controlling pigeon populations across residential, commercial, and industrial areas throughout Thailand.

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FAQs on Pigeon Control in Thailand

Urban pigeons are a recognized public health concern in Thailand, particularly in densely populated cities like Bangkok and Chiang Mai. Research from Chulalongkorn University's Faculty of Veterinary Science found Cryptococcus neoformans in 11% of pigeon fecal samples collected across Bangkok districts, while a Mahidol University study detected Chlamydophila psittaci in nearly 11% of feral pigeons in central Thailand. Their corrosive droppings also damage buildings, temples, monuments, and infrastructure—making proactive control important for communities throughout Thailand.
Thailand's Prevention of Animal Cruelty and Provision of Animal Welfare Act, B.E. 2557 (2014) protects animals from cruelty and requires owners to provide appropriate care, with violations punishable by up to two years in prison and a fine of up to 40,000 baht. In 2018, Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha directed the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) and local administrations nationwide to ban the feeding of pigeons in public places. Under existing BMA regulations, violators face fines of up to 25,000 baht and up to three months' imprisonment. All 50 Bangkok districts, as well as cities like Chiang Mai, enforce this ban to address public health and sanitation concerns.
Yes. Feeding pigeons directly contributes to larger flocks and increased waste in public areas. This is precisely why the Thai government enacted a nationwide ban on feeding pigeons in public spaces, with the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration imposing penalties of up to 25,000 baht in fines and up to three months in jail for violators. Researchers at Chulalongkorn University's Faculty of Veterinary Science and the Mahidol University Monitoring and Surveillance Center for Zoonotic Diseases in Wildlife have highlighted that feeding encourages overpopulation, which worsens sanitation and disease-transmission risks in temples, markets, and public parks across the country.
Humane control methods include installing physical barriers like nets and spikes to prevent perching and nesting, removing food sources, and other integrated management strategies designed to reduce pigeon presence without harming the birds. Under Thailand's Prevention of Animal Cruelty and Provision of Animal Welfare Act (2014), acts of cruelty toward animals are punishable by law—and the government has explicitly stated that any measures to control pigeon populations must not harm the birds. This makes humane, non-lethal approaches such as OvoControl's contraceptive program an ideal fit for responsible pigeon management in Thailand.
Pigeon droppings are a documented health concern in Thailand. A 2016 study published in the Journal of Veterinary Medical Science by Chulalongkorn University researchers identified Cryptococcus neoformans in pigeon feces collected across multiple Bangkok districts, with prevalence rates reaching up to 56% in some areas. A separate 2023 study in Chon Buri province identified 24 pathogenic and opportunistic yeast species in pigeon excreta, including Cryptococcus neoformans and multiple Candida species. Feral pigeons in central Thailand have also been found to carry Chlamydophila psittaci, the bacterium responsible for psittacosis, a respiratory disease transmissible to humans. Proper cleanup and responsible population management help reduce potential health hazards in residential and public areas throughout Thailand.
 

OvoControl in Thailand

OvoControl® (a brand of nicarbazin) is recognized as the safest and most effective pigeon control solution in Thailand. 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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