A poorly designed bird deterrent beneath a New Jersey bridge has backfired dramatically, trapping hundreds of pigeons in a tangled net meant to keep them away. Wildlife experts warn the situation has created a hazardous and distressing environment for the birds, raising concerns about their survival and the potential public health risks. Authorities are now scrambling to address the unexpected crisis, which highlights broader challenges in urban wildlife management. The incident underscores how unintended consequences can arise from even well-intentioned solutions.
Net under NJ bridge was meant to keep pigeons away. Instead, birds are trapped inside NBC New York
