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Other Hunting => Coyote, Small Game, Varmints => Topic started by: CastleRocker on May 03, 2012, 03:26:58 PM

Title: Starlings...
Post by: CastleRocker on May 03, 2012, 03:26:58 PM: We have a Starling "issue" that needs corrected, and I have a question that I just can't seem to find an answer to.

The state of Washington used to reimburse private individuals for the cost of the supplies, (bait and chicken wire, etc.) when it was used for Starling control. This has been several years ago and I can't seem to recall which department was in charge of it. I do remember that they wouldn't pay for any supplies other than those used to trap the birds. The euthanization cost was on the individual. (In other words they wouldn't buy my kids' 22 shells).

Any and all information is greatly appreciated.
Title: Re: Starlings...
Post by: Special T on May 03, 2012, 06:17:40 PM: You need a trap design? or just some one to help pay?
Title: Re: Starlings...
Post by: kentrek on May 03, 2012, 06:29:39 PM: honestly i would love to help ya out but with my bow or shotgun..or 22..or 204...or 300wsm... :chuckle: im done with school in a week and will be back in cr then. :tup: as far as mas extermination i have zero idea.i know they trap them at the dump so maybe call and ask them :dunno:

p.s I'm serous about shooting them for ya if your interested,i hate those things
Title: Re: Starlings...
Post by: Loki_762 on May 03, 2012, 06:52:21 PM: I use pellet guns. I find that if I grease a few each spring, the rest get wise to the fact that the yard is a "no fly zone" for starlings and house sparrows, and that it is enforced with extreme prejudice. I shot my first starling of the spring today, and the rest of the neighborhood flock is already pretty jumpy in my yard. And before anyone tells me I can't shoot starlings with a pellet gun legally in Washington, yes I can. They are considered a nuisance and a pest, and NOT game or song birds. That makes them fair game with whatever you like or have on hand. I have contacted WDFW about this, and they confirmed it for me. If you do decide to get into using airguns, a word of advice - don't skimp, do your research, and get an accurate, quality gun. They aren't cheap, but they're worth it if you are going to shoot it a lot. I have a couple nice airguns (one with over $900 into it,) and they are a joy to shoot and deadly on pests.
Hope this helps,
Chris
Title: Re: Starlings...
Post by: KFhunter on May 03, 2012, 08:36:00 PM: .17HMR is fun on starlings - just sayin

POOOF! :chuckle:

makes me grin everytime
Title: Re: Starlings...
Post by: Hilltop123 on May 03, 2012, 09:06:44 PM: Quote from: CastleRocker on May 03, 2012, 03:26:58 PM
We have a Starling "issue" that needs corrected, and I have a question that I just can't seem to find an answer to.

The state of Washington used to reimburse private individuals for the cost of the supplies, (bait and chicken wire, etc.) when it was used for Starling control[/color]. This has been several years ago and I can't seem to recall which department was in charge of it. I do remember that they wouldn't pay for any supplies other than those used to trap the birds. The euthanization cost was on the individual. (In other words they wouldn't buy my kids' 22 shells).

Any and all information is greatly appreciated.

It's called, "get creative with life termination issues". The state is only concerned, with human life termination. They could care less about you and your bird issues.......................Shoot often and straight......... :twocents
Title: Re: Starlings...
Post by: Encore 280 on May 03, 2012, 09:28:33 PM: My kid had a neighbor that worked for the gov't and went out on night shoots for starlings. I think he said it was with the Dept. of Agriculture. Not 100% sure on that but it sure rings a bell. Maybe you could give them a call.
Title: Re: Starlings...
Post by: splitshot on May 04, 2012, 09:12:44 PM: an orchard owner friend of mine will buy the shells if you supply the shooting. it is a blast. mike w
Title: Re: Starlings...
Post by: CastleRocker on May 07, 2012, 09:27:59 PM: Quote from: Encore 280 on May 03, 2012, 09:28:33 PM
My kid had a neighbor that worked for the gov't and went out on night shoots for starlings. I think he said it was with the Dept. of Agriculture. Not 100% sure on that but it sure rings a bell. Maybe you could give them a call.

Thanks to all. That's what I was looking for.
Title: Re: Starlings...
Post by: KenPCPilot on May 08, 2012, 03:23:33 PM: .177 cal or .22 cal Predator brand red tipped pellets. There expansion on live targets is amazing and quick results. Range of air rifles and sound make them much more acceptable for usage for depredation in urban areas. Still danger and caution must be exercised with all shooting but a good means with little damage other that what you are shooting at.
Title: Re: Starlings...
Post by: Fl0und3rz on May 08, 2012, 03:45:12 PM: This guys hates starlings and has some pretty good airgun hunting videos.
Title: Re: Starlings...
Post by: seth30 on May 08, 2012, 07:04:59 PM: What type of airrifle does he have?
Title: Re: Starlings...
Post by: Brownie28 on May 08, 2012, 09:26:38 PM: Quote from: seth30 on May 08, 2012, 07:04:59 PM
What type of airrifle does he have?

I believe it's an edgun matador it's a pcp rifle and I wanna say they cost about 1500 bucks
Title: Re: Starlings...
Post by: Fl0und3rz on May 08, 2012, 10:26:20 PM: Yes. It is an edgun matador. He is scary good with it though, with shots out to 120 or so.
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Post by: KFhunter on May 08, 2012, 11:21:01 PM: (https://hunting-washington.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.sportsmans-depot.com%2Fproduct_images%2Fp%2F840%2FBenjamin-Trail-Realtree-NP_Benj-BT9M22CNP_rifle_lg__85877_zoom.jpg&hash=e4d43da503abc21e89c689f4f3b461a5f3c2c704)

I'm going to get this bad boy dialed in this weekend, had to order some pellets it prefers so that set me back some time.
there is a bit of a learning curve with high power pellet guns
Title: Re: Starlings...
Post by: h2ofowlr on May 08, 2012, 11:56:24 PM: That kid actually makes some killer videos. I have watched quite a few of his videos over the past two years.
Title: Re: Starlings...
Post by: carpsniperg2 on May 09, 2012, 12:29:53 AM: I have watched a few as well. It is funny as heck when he find a good bird and he starts talking about them being good. Then a starling goes flying by and he gets pissed :chuckle:
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Post by: FALFire on May 09, 2012, 05:52:17 AM: I took one out the other day with my DPMS 308 at 250 yards!! Man that thing is accurate :yike:
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Post by: martin1 on May 09, 2012, 06:44:15 AM: my pellet gun is what i use 90 percent of the time and the rest i use my 17 or 12 gauge they defiantly work great !
Title: Re: Starlings...
Post by: seth30 on May 09, 2012, 04:14:56 PM: Quote from: Brownie28 on May 08, 2012, 09:26:38 PM
Quote from: seth30 on May 08, 2012, 07:04:59 PM
What type of airrifle does he have?

I believe it's an edgun matador it's a pcp rifle and I wanna say they cost about 1500 bucks
wow thats more than Im willing to spend on a rifle.