Is Frass (termite poop) dangerous to doves/pigeons?

[FrostyWind]

Yes, so few days ago, i had my pigeon and doves and noticed that they've been going by one of my wooden drawers and eating termite poop. I keep them away but they always go back to it and feast. Is it dangerous for tgem to eat it or not?

 

[EggSighted4Life]

It's certainly not idea.

Consider using a permethrin spray to kill them... It's safe and effective plus affordable and easy to do. Many of us use the same spray to treat lice or mites on our poultry... mine is labeled as horse fly spray but also for other uses. Comes in other brand names and concentrations like Martin's. Highly recommended. Then simply vacuum the frass or wipe it up with wet cloth.

Adding your general location to your profile can help others make suggestions at a glance... not sure this is available outside the US.

 

[CCUK]

Yes, so few days ago, i had my pigeon and doves and noticed that they've been going by one of my wooden drawers and eating termite poop. I keep them away but they always go back to it and feast. Is it dangerous for tgem to eat it or not?

I have no idea! I would have thought that they have a good idea of what is good for them and what's not. There must be something in it that is lacking in there diet or something tasty in there. I could take an uneducated guess and say they will be OK but there is something unsavoury about eating it! @sourland may have a better idea.

 

[ChocolateMouse]

https://actiontermitecontrol.com/are-termite-droppings-hazardous/

"Termite droppings, also referred to as “frass,” is a sure sign of a termite infestation in your home. Termite waste is not in and of itself hazardous. Unlike rat feces or other animal waste, there is no potential danger of communicable disease from coming into contact with termite droppings."