Swooping birds

There are many species of birds that are known for their swooping behaviour.

Magpies, Butcherbirds, Plovers and Miners are the most well-known of these birds.

Swooping is a normal protective behaviour of these birds during their breeding season and can last up to 6 weeks. This behaviour is a way to scare off intruders (humans, animals and sometimes objects). Once the baby chicks have fledged the behaviour usually stops.

To protect yourself against swooping birds:

• Avoid the area during breeding season.
• Move quickly through the area – don’t run.
• Wear a hat or carry an umbrella.
• Bike riders dismount and walk.

What Council does

To keep the swooping bird population in natural balance, we: 

• conduct regular assessments
• install signage to warn residents about swooping birds in the area
• preserve, protect and enhance local bushland
• provide protection for smaller bird species
• share wildlife information through brochures and events.

To report an aggressive swooping bird please call us on 07 3412 3412 or email us at council@logan.qld.gov.au

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