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Using a Cost‐Effectiveness Model to Determine the Applicability of OvoControl G to Manage Nuisance Canada Geese
Author(s) -
CAUDELL JOE N.,
SHWIFF STEPHANIE A.,
SLATER MICHAEL T.
Publication year - 2010
Publication title -
the journal of wildlife management
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.94
H-Index - 111
eISSN - 1937-2817
pISSN - 0022-541X
DOI - 10.2193/2008-470
Subject(s) - goose , branta , nuisance , population , fishery , operations management , ecology , biology , engineering , demography , sociology
OvoControl G is a relatively new product that reduces hatchability of Canada goose ( Branta canadensis ) eggs, and few data are available on its cost effectiveness. Variables such as presence of nontargets, alternative foods, and public support can affect cost efficacy. We present a model that uses these and other factors to estimate the cost of application of OvoControl G for managing nuisance Canada geese. We found that at low goose densities (<35 pairs of geese), fixed labor was a significant portion of costs. As goose densities increase, OvoControl G becomes more cost effective than other methods, such as egg oiling or addling. Managers can use this model to determine whether OvoControl G will provide a successful and cost‐effective treatment for population control of Canada geese in specific management areas.