House Sparrow Dispatch Via Blow Method Tutorial Using a Sock

**No birds are harmed in this video**
***Important: This video discusses euthanizing house sparrows. If this was a suggested video and the topic upsets you, please X out of it. Understand that house sparrows and European Starlings are invasive in the US and have caused conservation issues with native cavity nesters. These are NOT PROTECTED birds in the US. Here we discuss a method of dispatch that is considered by some to be humane.
This video uses a sock to demonstrate the blow method for house sparrow dispatch. The blow method is considered by some to be a humane method for sparrow dispatch. However the most humane method is cervical dislocation.
video: • Cervical Dislocation: ...
If you are considering the blow method to dispatch a house sparrow or starling, it's a really good idea to practice. And we suggest using a sock to practice with, as this tutorial will show.
The importance of practicing, which will not take long, is just so you get a feel for how light a sparrow is, and what kind of movement and force you need in order to quickly dispatch.
For proper house sparrow identification, this video can really help: • How to Tell House Spar...
We have another video about how to build a sparrow decoy box for trapping here: • DIY Cardboard Sparrow ...
We also have a video on how to install fishing line/monofilament line on a birdhouse to deter house sparrows: • How to Put Monofilamen...
Fishing line partially works. Some trail monitors have had great success with it. Our experience is iffy, but it can buy some time
For more sparrow management resources visit: nesthollow.com...