I'm currently attempting to build such a trap from plans made available by the Canberra Myna Action Group. I'm in South Africa and the Mynas have taken over in my neighbourhood. We only have rectangular mesh (not square), so I measure and convert while building. It's illegal to use a pellet gun (.177) in residential areas, so I have to make a trap. Killing and disposing is still a worry for me... I thought of getting leather gloves and just catching them in the holding chamber and quickly wringing their necks... Gassing is not an option for me. It feels cruel and I don't know if I can do it... But if I think of the beautiful indigenous birds who have fled or died because of these invasive Mynas, I just feel that something HAS to be done. Hopefully my trap is a success. The birds are declared invasive species here (in SA) and completely prohibited. If it works, I'm submitting the adapted plans to the SPCA and the Dept. of Environmental Affairs for approval. At the moment, they accept using .22 calibre rifles to get rid of them (not in residential areas, though), so I'm sure I'll be able to convince them to approve this (more humane and safe) way of disposing of Mynas. They are a huge problem here. I've observed them taunting and pecking (in groups) at indigenous birds (even pigeons!). I just can't take their vile ways and incessant screeching and chirping anymore. I wish there was a better way, but sometimes you have to be cruel to be kind... I guess.
If you are considering this method, breaking their necks is sometimes referred to in government animal welfare legislation as 'cervical dislocation'. Here's a website that explains more: www.hsa.org.uk/neck-dislocation/manual
Just an update... the trap is working! And I'm super chuffed :-). It didn't work for the first few days because I put it on the grass. Once I moved it to a paved spot - at least 4 a day!
A good way to dispatch of your myna catch is to place cage with mynas in a hessian bag & place a hose from car exhaust to bag . Carbon monoxide gasing is a gentle way to dispatch of these vermin , they just fall asleep & don't wake up. Although I dislike skyrats ,there is no need to be cruel. unlike the cruelty mynas impose on our beautiful native birds here in Aus. very clever little devils, they will smash eggs & push babys out of nests to get rid of competition. great Vid !
You've copied my idea - years ago I had a mouse caught in a trap but it was still alive. I couldn't just knock it on the head, so I thought I could kill it humanely by doing this. Not sure whether it is humane or not but it did the job. I've often wondered if cane toads could be dispatched in the same manner
Iv suggested to others, maybe let on go in the afternoon, then put the others down after dark. They are supposed to go and find others and bring them to the food but that one wont go back into the trap, however his mates will, >:)
@@joannasaville4687 I think Ken is saying to release one of the captives in the afternoon (dispose of the rest) and that released one will bring his mates back tomorrow
I have seen a few videos but yous actually explains how to build and how it works like no other. Excellent help.
Hi there, I know your comment was sometime ago but was wondering if you could tell
Me how I can print the plan for this?
If anyone out there is good at making traps they should sell them at markets. The more awareness and traps in the community the better.
Keep up the great work.
I'm currently attempting to build such a trap from plans made available by the Canberra Myna Action Group. I'm in South Africa and the Mynas have taken over in my neighbourhood. We only have rectangular mesh (not square), so I measure and convert while building. It's illegal to use a pellet gun (.177) in residential areas, so I have to make a trap. Killing and disposing is still a worry for me... I thought of getting leather gloves and just catching them in the holding chamber and quickly wringing their necks... Gassing is not an option for me. It feels cruel and I don't know if I can do it... But if I think of the beautiful indigenous birds who have fled or died because of these invasive Mynas, I just feel that something HAS to be done. Hopefully my trap is a success. The birds are declared invasive species here (in SA) and completely prohibited. If it works, I'm submitting the adapted plans to the SPCA and the Dept. of Environmental Affairs for approval. At the moment, they accept using .22 calibre rifles to get rid of them (not in residential areas, though), so I'm sure I'll be able to convince them to approve this (more humane and safe) way of disposing of Mynas. They are a huge problem here. I've observed them taunting and pecking (in groups) at indigenous birds (even pigeons!). I just can't take their vile ways and incessant screeching and chirping anymore. I wish there was a better way, but sometimes you have to be cruel to be kind... I guess.
If you are considering this method, breaking their necks is sometimes referred to in government animal welfare legislation as 'cervical dislocation'. Here's a website that explains more: www.hsa.org.uk/neck-dislocation/manual
Just an update... the trap is working! And I'm super chuffed :-). It didn't work for the first few days because I put it on the grass. Once I moved it to a paved spot - at least 4 a day!
@@johann.9271 Awesome to hear, thankyou for the informative comment
What about dunking them quickly under water
A good way to dispatch of your myna catch is to place cage with mynas in a hessian bag & place a hose from car exhaust to bag . Carbon monoxide gasing is a gentle way to dispatch of these vermin , they just fall asleep & don't wake up. Although I dislike skyrats ,there is no need to be cruel. unlike the cruelty mynas impose on our beautiful native birds here in Aus. very clever little devils, they will smash eggs & push babys out of nests to get rid of competition. great Vid !
Paul Can use exhaust from lawnmower too. See tutorials on RUclips!
You've copied my idea - years ago I had a mouse caught in a trap but it was still alive. I couldn't just knock it on the head, so I thought I could kill it humanely by doing this. Not sure whether it is humane or not but it did the job. I've often wondered if cane toads could be dispatched in the same manner
Where can i find detailed plans for this trap? Thank you!
Where can I access these plans? In mynas are taking over my yard.
Hi there, how can I print the plans
To this?
Could i order one of these traps from you?
Rats with wing's, thanks for the specs mate😄
I will get more with this trap than I will with the shotgun ! Thanks !
Thank you
what must one do with trapped minors?
Trapping minors is illegal, but trapping mynas isn't, you idiot.
Where Are Mynah Birds From
Did you find out your answer?
can i use this on starlings?
Iv suggested to others, maybe let on go in the afternoon, then put the others down after dark. They are supposed to go and find others and bring them to the food but that one wont go back into the trap, however his mates will, >:)
What the fuck are you trying to explain?
Try editing.
@@joannasaville4687 I think Ken is saying to release one of the captives in the afternoon (dispose of the rest) and that released one will bring his mates back tomorrow
Just take them out one by one and give them to your cattle dog. Probably not painless but quick and efficient.
Looks like taking care of a myna rather than trapping it
Killing the mynah after trapping it is a different way of taking care of a mynah.
Bbvvv
Where Are Mynah Birds From
australia they are a HUGE problem by killing native birds
liam mclaughlin
Mynas aren't from Australia, you fuckwit.
Joanna Saville well ya no i live in australia and there every where
liam mclaughlin
Mynas aren't from Australia.
For fucks sake.
Joanna Saville yea there not from here but they are here i shot one