About
The Problem
What To Expect
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The House Sparrow (HOSP) is one of two birds in North America that are non-native and not protected by Federal Law. The other bird is the European Starling (EUST). Both species of birds were introduced to our continent by Eugene Schiefflin and remain today as predators to our native birds. They are territorial, aggressive, and rob nesting
The House Sparrow (HOSP) is one of two birds in North America that are non-native and not protected by Federal Law. The other bird is the European Starling (EUST). Both species of birds were introduced to our continent by Eugene Schiefflin and remain today as predators to our native birds. They are territorial, aggressive, and rob nesting opportunities from our native cavity nesters, including Bluebirds, Tree Swallows, Chickadees, and others. HOSP are known to attack and kill our native species, including incubating females and their eggs or nestlings, and will even build a nest right on top of them if necessary. You can read the entire history on them HERE.
Given such widespread misery, the need to eliminate HOSP from both houses and feeders cannot be understated. The Magic Halo is probably the most effective tool for the job, having been invented and patented by the University of Nebraska. When used in conjunction with a bird feeder, studies have shown that it will deter 80-100% of adult HOSP with little to no effect on native species.
What To Expect
What To Expect
What To Expect
Please read our brief disclaimer. Like everything else in the birding world, your results may vary depending on where you live, your latitude and climate, the time of year, level of infestation etc. We offer optional accessories, including extra weighted wires to help improve performance, if necessary. If you find that HOSP are still a c
Please read our brief disclaimer. Like everything else in the birding world, your results may vary depending on where you live, your latitude and climate, the time of year, level of infestation etc. We offer optional accessories, including extra weighted wires to help improve performance, if necessary. If you find that HOSP are still a chronic problem at your feeder despite the Magic Halo, make sure and check out our Articles page first before drawing any conclusions. Also note that juvenile HOSP may not be deterred, especially in the Summer, having not yet learned the "danger" of the hanging wires. Regardless, we will work with you until results are achieved, or we'll refund the cost of the Halo (shipping not included). Before you buy, we suggest you read about it in depth on Feeder Watch.
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Who We Are
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Who We Are
Magic Halo is a not for profit, conservation-minded cottage industry. We do everything we possibly can to minimize cost, and bring you the product at the lowest price possible. If you were to round up the parts individually at e.g. Lowes, it would cost you more to build one of our quality yourself – never mind the labor involved. Just th
Magic Halo is a not for profit, conservation-minded cottage industry. We do everything we possibly can to minimize cost, and bring you the product at the lowest price possible. If you were to round up the parts individually at e.g. Lowes, it would cost you more to build one of our quality yourself – never mind the labor involved. Just the 24 AWG wire roll alone costs $6, for example. Therefore, we are very happy that we can bring this product to you almost fully assembled.