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Birds of various species can cause issues with strawberries, and almost all occur after fruit begins to appear. Blackbirds, robins, and other bird species cause injury when they peck into fruit. Bird droppings can also be a nuisance. 

Bird damage to berry.

(Photo: Matthew Springer, University of Kentucky)

Management:

• Employ multiple methods of bird management right before or after fruit is present.
• Fake snakes, hawks, or owl decoys placed around plants may help over short periods of time.
• Place netting over plants for longer effectiveness. 

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