Bird sightings near the facility producing Mavericks and Bronco Sports footwear have plummeted by 80 percent following the introduction of a falconer to deter them, according to recent observations. The presence of trained birds of prey appears to have significantly altered the behavior of smaller avian species in the area. Environmental experts suggest such methods can be an effective, non-lethal way to manage wildlife conflicts at industrial sites. The shift highlights growing interest in alternative pest control strategies that prioritize ecological balance.


Bird activity at the plant that makes Mavericks and Bronco Sports has dropped 80 percent since Ford hired a falconer last year.