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Coverage dated October 6, 2026 to October 7, 2026

MBTA looks to bring in hawks to scare away pigeons, other ‘nuisance birds’ from stations

Headline from The Boston Globe

The agency is exploring whether trained raptors like falcons and hawks could be used to ward off other birds whose droppings and roosts have been perennial issues for the T.

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  1. Boston

    The MBTA is looking to bring in hawks to scare away ‘nuisance birds’ (opens Boston)

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    A common sight in T stations, pigeons and other streets birds can pose an unsanitary hazard for riders and transit workers.

  2. The Boston Globe

    MBTA looks to bring in hawks to scare away pigeons, other ‘nuisance birds’ from stations (opens The Boston Globe)

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    The Boston Globe's feed description

    The agency is exploring whether trained raptors like falcons and hawks could be used to ward off other birds whose droppings and roosts have been perennial issues for the T.

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