Purple Martin Forum

Nancy, Thanks for the info. Do have a dog that is flea free and has never had any issues with fleas. I only see them in my houses. More this year than ever. Does anyone know a product safe for birds? Flushing out has gotten rid of 90% of them. I will use sevin this year. Nest changes usually takes c...

Does anyone know what I can use to get rid of fleas that have overwintered in my T-14?
Usually I can just flush out house with water but this year they are everywhere. Martins will be here soon. This will be my 17th year.
Thanks,
Sam

All,

Thanks for your input.
Saved me driving 50 miles.

I have been contacted by someone who has recovered 2 baby "Martins" from an abandoned nest in a vent in his house.
Do these look like PMs. I really think he has starlings.

I was about to take them to a rehabilitator until he told me he has seen them going to the lake and getting worms.

While many of my Southern friends are preparing to leave, CT PMs are just beginning. This is my 10th year as a landlord. Each year I go through what all of us do - the prep, worry and anxiety. It is always worth it. I thought last year was good but this year has been great. At my last nest check the...