Conifer removal during Nesting season | Keyworth, Nottingham

March until Sept is the generally accepted nesting season for birds. Under the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 it is an offence to disturb any nesting bird. During this period we are often required to postpone jobs whilst we wait for birds to fledge. The most common bird we encounter is, not unsurprisingly, the pigeon. This conifer job was prime pigeon nest territory so a pre-work inspection was carried out to ensure that there were no active nests present. Many customers are surprised that pigeons are covered by these regulations as to many they are considered  ‘vermin of the skies’, regardless of your view of pigeons the Act covers ALL birds – and squirrels.
As it turned out there were no nests on this particular job, but the day did turn out to be a long hot slog on what turned out to be the hottest day of the summer.