AI Bird Repelling System
| Month | Days | Offline | Repel Rate | Avg. Bird Hazard | Peak Hazard | Total Repels |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 2026 | 31 | 0 | 69.5% | 0.65% | 1.6% | 5,075 |
| Feb 2026 | 28 | 3 | 67.8% | 0.38% | 1.2% | 3,423 |
| Mar 2026 | 31 | 0 | 66.7% | 0.16% | 0.7% | 5,451 |
| Apr 2026 ⚠️ | 30 | 0 | 67.1% | 1.00% | 3.0% | 8,032 |
| May 2026 ⚠️ | 31 | 2 | 67.6% | 0.86% | 2.0% | 7,429 |
| Jun 2026 (thru 15th) | 15 | 0 | 69.9% | 0.72% | 2.1% | 3,513 |
The heat map below visualizes the spatial probability distribution of bird presence within the camera frame. Darker, more intense red areas indicate higher bird dwell probability — representing the highest-risk zones for feed contamination and pathogen exposure, and the primary targeting zones for the AI laser deterrence system.
The most damaging pest bird in the Idaho region. Highly gregarious (murmurations), single invasions can reach thousands of birds. Directly competes for exposed stored materials and food sources; carries Salmonella and Newcastle Disease.
Year-round resident with large local populations; nests in exposed steel structures and rafters. Highly attracted to open food and material storage areas, and habituates to static deterrents — dynamic laser deterrence is necessary for sustained effectiveness.
Large body, high consumption of exposed materials. Pigeon feces contain high concentrations of Cryptosporidium and enteric pathogens — contaminating storage areas and equipment, a potential source of hygiene and health risk.
Transit Jerome County in large numbers during spring/fall migration (Mar–May, Sep–Nov) along the Pacific Flyway, potentially landing near on-site water sources or open storage areas — a seasonal population warranting ongoing monitoring.
| Period | Ecological Context | Data Observation |
|---|---|---|
| Jan–Feb | Winter residents, low overall activity; cold weather suppresses foraging frequency | Low repel count (~140/day avg), low bird hazard (0.38–0.65%) |
| Mar | Spring migration begins; waterfowl start northward movement but not yet in peak concentrations | Lowest bird hazard of the entire period (avg 0.16%) |
| Apr–May ⚠️ | Spring Migration Peak: Massive waterfowl transit through Idaho on Pacific Flyway; resident birds enter breeding season with elevated foraging demands; starling and sparrow densities double | Bird hazard peaks at 1.0% monthly avg in April; single-day high of 3.0% on Apr 9; highest monthly repels at 8,032 |
| Jun | Late breeding season; fledglings dispersing; sustained laser deterrence establishes conditioned avoidance in resident populations | Bird hazard declining to 0.72%; repel rate recovering to 69.9% |
Each clip was auto-recorded when the AI detected a bird and activated the laser repel sequence. Click any thumbnail below to switch the main player.