What is the primary purpose of avicides?

The primary purpose of avicides is to repel pest birds. Avicides are specifically designed to deter or manage birds that can pose a threat to crops, structures, or public health. Unlike general pesticides that may target insect populations, avicides focus on preventing damage caused by birds, ensuring that they do not settle in areas where they may cause harm.

This distinction is important; avicides work to keep specific bird species at bay, rather than just managing their population through lethal means or attraction. The correct understanding of avicides centers around their role in bird management strategies, which can include both deterrence and the minimization of bird-related issues, distinguishing them from non-target effects on beneficial wildlife or the control of insects.