Migratory Bird Season – Protection Plans
In this bulletin, the AER reminded licensees that it was migratory bird season in Alberta. During this period, the weather may cause birds to land unexpectedly and in places where they would not normally seek to rest. The AER issued this bulletin as a reminder of the responsibility to follow waterfowl protection plans.
The AER noted that migratory bird season may change each year, depending on weather, and that it may require licensees to extend their bird-deterrent programs past the typical date.
The AER also reminded licensees that certain attractants, such as vegetation around industrial ponds and ditches, could attract wildlife and should be managed to mitigate impacts.
