Relocating / Trapping Ducks

[Mutimer 0]

Has anyone any trap designs suitable for catching ducks?

 

I have been requested to try and relocate a number of Mallard Ducks on a site. I live near the broads so relocating them on is not a problem.

 

They are currently causing health concerns around a swimming pool and eating area.

 

If anyone could offer any advice on how best to catch them alive I would be great full.

 

And before anyone asks no i can't just shoot them when no one is looking LOL

 

Thanks for any advice

Darren

[SEAN3513 7]

think thats a no no mate ........but could be wrong ???

 

have a look at the wildlife and countryside act.............dont think you can re-locate "wild" animals ..........not sure about ducks ??

 

someone will hopefully know

 

cheers

 

sean

[Mutimer 0]

Another reason for asking.

 

They would one be moved to a small flooded splash about 0.5 miles away on the broads.

 

If they are causing health issues what other options are there?

[Dakaras 3]

I would contact english nature, you can then apply for a special licence to relocate them on the grounds of health and safety.

 

I could be wrong but thats where Id start.

[Bobba_fett 117]

will they not just fly back if its 0.5m away?

[Mutimer 0]

Once on the splash and so close to broads hopefully not. Most ducks fly over site just past month a few have started hanging around pool area.

[john b 38]

This is where you'll find the various specific licence application forms

 

http://www.naturalengland.org.uk/ourwork/regulation/wildlife/licences/applicationforms.aspx#6