SDA Conducting Starling Control Pesticide Applications; No Risk to Public or Pets

Description: The USDA is applying pesticides to control starlings in the area and says any deceased birds pose no risk to people or animals. The operation is not affiliated with local law enforcement or Parks and Wildlife.

USDA Confirms Starling Pesticide Operation Is Not Linked to Local Agencies

**Important Community Information**

The USDA will be conducting pesticide applications in this area to control the starling population. The pesticides used are rapidly metabolized by the birds. Any deceased birds found on private or public property do not pose a risk to humans or animals and may be disposed of in regular trash. If an animal comes into contact with or consumes a bird, the pesticide will not cause harm.

This operation is not affiliated with the Police Department, the City of Lamar, or Parks and Wildlife. All questions or concerns regarding this activity must be directed to the USDA.

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