Wiesbaden intervenes: Sterilization instead of killing overpopulation in pigeons

Wiesbaden intervenes: Sterilization instead of killing overpopulation in pigeons

The challenges related to the pigeon population in Wiesbaden not only arouse concerns about the animals themselves, but also about the urban community and their handling of urban animal husbandry. The city plans to tackle the overpopulation topic through a strategy of sterilization in order to preserve the well -being of animals and the citizens.

Background of the pigeon overlot

Wiesbaden is currently struggling with an estimate of around 6,000 pigeons. This high number not only leads to a lack of food, but also to an increase in dead animals that die due to malnutrition. The city administration reacts with an approach that takes into account both animal welfare aspects and public health.

an animal -friendly solution approach

The city councils have decided to sterilize male pigeons from mid -August. This step should reduce the population sustainably without killing. Matthai's Hofmeister from the regulatory office explained that in discussions with animal rights activists, it was found that sterilization is considered by many as the better option. "The attitude is a little more relaxed when sterilizing," he said.

business game of the veterinarians

Sterilization takes place through a small intervention that only takes about ten minutes. A total of five veterinarians from the region have agreed to support this project and were trained at the Justus Liebig University in Gießen. The intervention is initiated by capturing the dusty in selected areas, such as the former CityPassages and public places.

today's risky practices

Before deciding on sterilization, the city had already tried to control the pigeons by exchanging eggs for dummies of plaster. However, this method proved to be inadequate. The city administration estimated that at least 30 such pigeon strikes would be necessary to significantly reduce the population. The additional lack of feed reinforces the problem and leads to an increase in dead animals on the streets.

sustainability and ethical responsibility

The head of the head of the order Maral Koohestanian, representative of Volt, emphasizes the importance of the animal welfare approach: "The life of every animal is worth protecting. With the future sterilization of the city pigeons, we are going a particularly sustainable, inexpensive and animal -friendly way." This attitude could have a model character for other cities with similar problems.

effects on the community

The planned measures to control the pigeon population are not only in the sense of animal welfare, but also important for the quality of life of the residents. Dirt, caused by pigeons, and the health risks by died animals influence the cityscape and public places. With the targeted sterilization, the urban culture of Wiesbaden is likely to experience a positive development that promotes harmony between humans and animals.

The implementation of these measures in Wiesbaden could possibly serve as an example for other cities that have to deal with similar problems. A balancing handling between urban animal population and human quality of life remains a challenge that appeals to commitment and compassion.

- Nag