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Rochester's $9,000 Plan to Tame December Crow Invasion

1/21/2025

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Every December, Rochester, New York, transforms into a temporary haven for over 20,000 crows. To tackle this avian invasion humanely, wildlife experts employ lasers, pyrotechnics, and distress calls, dispersing the flocks into manageable groups. This $9,000 initiative not only eases cleanup but has also woven itself into the fabric of local tradition.

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Story summary

Every December, Rochester, New York, transforms into a temporary haven for over 20,000 crows. To tackle this avian invasion humanely, wildlife experts employ lasers, pyrotechnics, and distress calls, dispersing the flocks into manageable groups. This $9,000 initiative not only eases cleanup but has also woven itself into the fabric of local tradition.