As the human population grows, birds and humans have had to share more and more space. Birds generally make their nests and live in trees, under bridges, on balconies or on windowsills. These animals create nests in spaces that are similar to spaces they would nest in the wild. Generally, birds stay away from human houses but on occasion, a bird may find its way into your home. But how does this happen? This article explores the question of ‘how did a bird get into my house’ 

There are many entrance points that birds can use to access your home, These include chimneys, open doors, open windows, ventilation pipes or cracks big enough for birds to fit into. Your cat may have also let the bird in or the bird may have flown in through an opening or closing door.

How did a bird get into my house?

All kinds of pests enter your home through small entrances that you may not know about. A bird can get into the house through an open window, an open door, a ventilation pipe, a chimney, small holes in your roof or any other opening that it notices which is wide enough to accommodate a bird. 

In addition, your cat may have been the access point. Sometimes, cats bring birds into your home through pet doors fully intending to kill them while inside. In some cases, your cat may let it escape instead of killing it and the bird is left to fly around in your home.

If you’re not paying attention, the bird may fly into your door as you open or close it without you noticing. This may have not been the intent of the bird but it can happen.

Why do birds fly into houses?

Birds fly into houses for two main reasons, to avoid unfavourable climatic conditions, and to hide from predators. The warmth of human homes during the cold wintertime attracts even the shyest of birds. Meanwhile, some bird predators avoid areas where humans dwell. This is the reason why a bird will flee towards a house. Some birds have observed through time that humans are less harmful to them than the other dangers they face.

 

Is a wild bird living in the house dangerous?

There are inherent dangers that come with a wild bird living in the house. Some birds come with diseases that can affect humans, parasites that can infest your house, or dirt that can soil the house. There are also situational dangers to having birds in the house particularly if they are perched in chimneys, air vents, or electrical ducts. Since they mostly build or line their nest with material that can catch fire easily, they may inadvertently help spread a fire that could have been otherwise contained. Get professional help to remove or move a bird that is in a hazardous area. If it is considered harmless, let the bird stay and then remove its nest after it has moved.

What do you do when a bird gets in your house?

When a bird gets into your house, avoid panicking as this will endanger both the bird and humans. A frightened bird may scratch someone while protecting itself.

Coax the bird towards one side of the house and then close all windows and doors except one that faces the natural light. Put out all lights and close the curtains. Coax the bird towards the open window or door if it has not already flown out. If the bird gets stuck in a hard-to-reach area, it is better to get specialist help to remove them to avoid personal injury or infection, or harm to the bird. 

Do birds bring good luck?

Many communities and individuals around the world place special meaning on many things to do with birds. The power of flight has made many birds be regarded as a sort of messenger from the gods with good fortune. Some people believe that birds bring renewal of good times, good luck, romance, babies, success in life, wealth and prosperity, good health, and many more. Some individuals begin preparing for a better time in life upon sighting a specific bird or if it builds its nest in their homestead. 

Conclusion

In conclusion, birds will take any and every opportunity to enter your house when need be. The bird can enter through your open doors, open windows, ventilation pipes and small openings in your home. They will enter if they are trying to evade predators or are trying to avoid the harsh temperatures of outside. Pet birds may be safe to keep in the house, but wild birds pose a threat of disease and parasites entering your home.  If you can, try to get the bird out of your home yourself or contact pest control to do it.

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