Instructions / Assembly

Lifelike, Stalking 3D Coyote
Instructions
Rid your property of aggressive, disease-carrying Canada geese. As coyotes are natural
predators of Canada geese, this life-size, realistic coyote replica is a safe, humane and effective
solution for geese at golf courses, city parks, corporate grounds, homes and more.
I. INTRODUCTION
Bird-X, Inc. has been recognized worldwide as the bird and pest control experts for more than 40 years and its specialists
are able to analyze problems and make recommendations based on each customer's specific situation and needs.
II. HUMANE BIRD CONTROL
No birds were harmed in the development of this product, nor will any be harmed by its use.
III. WHY CONTROL GEESE?
Presently between 3.5 and 5.5 million non-migratory Giant Canada geese reside in the U.S. and lower Canada. They are
joined by an additional 9 to 11 million migrant Canada geese from northern Canada each fall to late spring. This
population is growing exponentially at the rate of 30% each year, and the resulting mess they create (at least a pound of
droppings per day per goose!) is both unsightly and unhealthy. Moreover, it increases the fecal coliform levels in ponds
and can contaminate adjacent water and ground.
IV. COVERAGE Use a sufficient number of units to cover the entire area. One unit can cover a small yard, but adding
additional units increases coverage dramatically (because seeing a predator in more than one location presents a greater
sense of danger to the geese). Plan on 1-6 units per acre as a guideline.
V. ASSEMBLY AND SET-UP
Step 1: Gently but firmly unroll the coyote body. (It will gradually accept its new, full 3-D shape
– see Note below.) To attach the tail, remove the two nuts and single bolt from plastic package.
Place one nut on the bolt then slide the bolt through the body from outside to inside. Attach the
second bolt on the inside of the body and loosely tighten. Then attach the tail with its simple
keyhole slot design. Once the tail is in place, if necessary, reach inside the body cavity and tighten
the nut which holds the tail to the body.
Step 2: Assemble the stake by aligning the locking tab on the stake base and the slot on the stake
top; push together and rotate 1/8 turn to lock into position.
Step 3: Remove thumbscrew from the top of the stake.
Step 4: Push the stake firmly into the ground (far enough into the ground so that the bottom of the
coyote’s legs just miss the ground by an inch or two – this will give the strongest impression of a hunting posture and
also allow the coyote to rotate positions). Pour hot water on the ground if the ground is hard or frozen.
Step 5: Place coyote over the stake, aligning the hole in the top of the body with the top of the stake.
Step 6: Secure the coyote to the stake by threading the thumbscrew into the stake.
Note: Initially, set the coyote up in direct sun to allow it to return to its original shape. Once it has, place it where
geese and other unwanted nuisance animals congregate and can see it, as the coyote will only be effective if it is
visible. Move it periodically (and consider using multiples) to prevent pests from acclimating.
Note that placement in rough grass or weeds gives the most complete and realistic impression, that of a dangerous
predator stalking its prey.
V. MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY
The 3-D coyote is warrantied against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of six months from the shipping
date. At the option of Bird-X, Inc., we will either replace or repair the defective unit. Prior authorization and a returned
goods authorization (RGA) number will be necessary from Bird-X, Inc. RETURNS ARE ACCEPTED ONLY WITH
AUTHORIZATION FROM OUR CHICAGO OFFICE.