Just the Facts: Starlings

  Scientific Classification: Animalia, Chordata, Aves, Passeriformes, Stumidae; Sturnus; S. vulgaris (there are about a dozen subspecies). Bird Size & Markings: Starlings are about 9” long, stand 6” high, weigh about 3 ounces and have 13” wingspans. In flight their wings, head and tail make them look like four-pointed stars (which gives them their name). Plumage is dark purple or green iridescent in summer and … Continue reading Just the Facts: Starlings

Tenacious Mrs. Gellerstedt, The Story of Nixalite

Revised from a Pest Control Technology article. Nixalite Celebrates 62 Years of Family Ownership Marie Gellerstedt is celebrating her 62nd year as owner of Nixalite of America. In the following Q&A, Mrs. Gellerstedt gives insights about this successful family-owned enterprise. Q: How was the business started?  A: My dad, Charles B .Kaufmann, was a lawyer. In the 1940’s he teamed up with Fred Burnside, an engineer, to … Continue reading Tenacious Mrs. Gellerstedt, The Story of Nixalite

How to Keep Birds off Your Boat or Dock

How to Keep Birds off Your Boat or Dock It can be very costly to maintain a boat or dock throughout the year, especially if you have bird control issues. Bird droppings are highly corrosive, acidic, and cause major damage to your boat and dock. To keep birds away from your boat or dock, there are many effective and humane options that can fit anyone’s … Continue reading How to Keep Birds off Your Boat or Dock