Fake cobwebs banned in Adelaide suburbs to protect spring-nesting birds
Marion Council will fine residents over $300 for putting artificial spiderwebs on public paths, trees or fencing during Halloween.
Adelaide's Marion Council is stopping a common Halloween decoration. Wildlife experts warned fake cobwebs trap nesting birds.
The council will fine anyone over $300 for putting artificial spiderwebs on public property. Australia's spring overlaps with Halloween.
Many native birds are nesting right now. Fake cobwebs are sticky and can tangle birds.
They can also line nests and trap chicks inside. Other risky decorations include fishing line, balloons and plastic strings.
Councils suggest straw, organic cotton wool, sticks, leaves and reusable decorations instead. Private property is exempt from the fines.
- Over $300
- Marion Council fine
- Adelaide southern suburbs
- Council location
- Artificial spiderwebs
- Affected decorations
Why it mattersNative birds are vulnerable during nesting season. Plastic Halloween decorations pose a real entanglement risk to them.
AustraliaAustralians across Adelaide and other cities celebrating Halloween can now be fined for decorations that harm local birds. Councils in Sydney already warned residents of the harm last year.
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