Feral Animals We Control
Rabbits
Rabbits are an introduced species in Australia and have become highly invasive, causing widespread ecological, agricultural, and environmental damage. Their excessive grazing severely impacts native vegetation, leading to habitat degradation and a loss of plant diversity. Additionally, their burrowing behaviour contributes to soil erosion, further destabilising ecosystems. Rabbits are also known carriers of diseases such as rabbit haemorrhagic disease and myxomatosis, which can affect both wild and domestic populations.
To manage rabbit populations, Australia employs a range of control methods including baiting, trapping, professional contract shooting, recreational hunting,
Feral Deer
Feral deer—Australia's second most hunted invasive species—are an increasing concern due to their rapidly expanding populations and the broad range of problems they cause. These animals damage native ecosystems, degrade natural waterways, compete with livestock for pasture, pose a significant road safety risk, and may contribute to the spread of disease.
In New South Wales, regulated recreational hunting in designated state forests plays an important role in population control while also providing hunters with access to premium free-range game meat. In contrast, effective control within National Parks and on private land typically relies on professional contract shooters and targeted trapping programs.
Feral Pigs
Feral pigs—also known as wild pigs or wild boars—are a major pest species in Australia, causing widespread ecological, agricultural, and environmental damage. Recent years of increased rainfall have created ideal breeding conditions, leading to a surge in feral pig populations across many rural regions.
These animals contribute to the spread of disease, destroy crops and pasture, compete with livestock for feed, and damage native habitats through rooting and wallowing behaviour.
Controlling feral pig numbers requires a coordinated, multi-pronged approach—including professional contract shooters conducting both aerial and ground culling, recreational hunters assisting landholders, and landowners implementing baiting and trapping programs
Pigeons
Pigeons—often referred to as "flying rats"—are a common pest, particularly in urban environments. These feral birds frequently roost on buildings, ledges, and public spaces, leading to problems such as unsightly droppings, persistent noise, and health concerns. Pigeons are known carriers of diseases that can be transmitted to both humans and animals, and their droppings can contain harmful pathogens. In rural areas, they also contribute to crop and garden damage, resulting in economic losses for landowners.
Professional contract shooters licensed for non-rural and public-access areas provide the most effective solution for pigeon control. Using specially tuned air rifles, we can operate in close-range environments without damaging infrastructure or alarming nearby civilians.
Indian Myna Birds
The Indian myna bird—an introduced species in Australia—has become a highly invasive pest, especially in urban and suburban areas. Known for their aggressive behaviour, Indian mynas outcompete native birds for nesting sites and food sources, leading to significant declines in native bird populations. They often establish nests in roof cavities, tree hollows, and built structures, causing property damage and posing health risks due to droppings and parasites.
Effective control of Indian myna populations requires professional intervention. Similar to pigeon control, the most reliable method involves licensed contract shooters authorised to operate in urban and public-access areas. Using specially tuned air rifles, we conduct precision shooting in close-range environments—minimising disruption, protecting infrastructure, and ensuring public safety. All operations are carried out discreetly and in full compliance with local laws, in coordination with police and relevant authorities.
Feral Cats
Feral cats represent one of the most serious ecological threats in Australia. As an introduced predator, they have established widespread populations across the continent, causing devastating impacts on native wildlife. These highly adaptable and efficient hunters have been directly linked to the decline—and in some cases extinction—of numerous native species, including small mammals, reptiles, amphibians, and ground-nesting birds.
Due to their elusive behaviour and sharp instincts, managing feral cat populations is particularly challenging. However, a combination of control methods—including professional contract shooting, targeted baiting, and trapping—has proven to be effective in reducing their numbers and protecting vulnerable ecosystems.
Wild Dogs
Wild dogs—including dingoes, feral dogs, and their hybrids—are a major pest species in Australia, responsible for significant environmental and economic damage. Similar to feral cats and pigs, wild dogs pose a serious threat to livestock through predation, contribute to the decline of native wildlife, and can spread diseases such as hydatidosis and canine distemper.
Controlling wild dog populations requires a coordinated and multi-faceted strategy. This often involves a combination of baiting, trapping, exclusion fencing, guardian animals, professional contract shooting, and, where appropriate, aerial culling. An integrated approach ensures more effective, long-term population management while protecting both agricultural assets and biodiversity.
Foxes
Foxes are a highly invasive feral species in Australia, responsible for significant environmental degradation and agricultural losses. They pose a major threat to native wildlife—particularly ground-nesting birds and small marsupials—and have been linked to the decline of several vulnerable species. Foxes also contribute to soil erosion, prey on livestock, and are known carriers of diseases such as mange and hydatidosis.
Effective fox control requires an integrated, multi-method approach. This includes baiting programs, professional contract shooting, recreational hunting, trapping, exclusion fencing, and public education initiatives to promote awareness and community involvement. When combined, these strategies help to reduce fox populations and limit their impact on both the environment and agricultural productivity.
Feral Donkeys
Feral donkeys are significant environmental pests in Australia, particularly in arid and semi-arid regions where they contribute to widespread ecological degradation. Their hard hooves compact soil and erode waterways, while their grazing habits and movement patterns damage native vegetation. Additionally, they spread invasive weeds via their dung, manes, and tails. Feral donkeys also compete with both native wildlife and livestock for limited food and water, placing further pressure on fragile ecosystems.
Feral Goats
Feral goats present a significant environmental and economic threat across Australia, causing extensive damage to native ecosystems, agricultural land, and areas of environmental significance. Their aggressive grazing behaviour leads to the destruction of native vegetation, including rare and sensitive plant species. This unchecked foraging contributes to severe land degradation, reduced soil stability, and a marked decline in biodiversity.
Feral Horses
While feral horses—often referred to as brumbies—are a striking and iconic part of Australian heritage, they pose significant threats to native wildlife and fragile ecosystems. Despite their romantic image, feral horses contribute to widespread habitat destruction, particularly through the impact of their hard hooves, which damage waterways, compact soil, and destroy vegetation critical to small native animals and their food sources.
The most effective method of feral horse control is professional contract shooting, which ensures a humane, efficient, and environmentally responsible approach to managing populations and protecting Australia's unique biodiversity.
Kangaroos
Kangaroos are a symbol of Australia's unique wildlife, but in peri-urban areas, their presence can create significant challenges. As habitat loss pushes them closer to populated zones, kangaroos may exhibit aggressive behaviour, pose risks to pets, damage gardens and infrastructure, and increase the likelihood of vehicle collisions—particularly near roads, airports, and other high-traffic areas.
In such environments, the most effective and humane method of population control is professional contract shooting. This approach is conducted under strict regulatory oversight to ensure animal welfare, public safety, and minimal disruption to the surrounding community.
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Locations we operate in New South Wales
Goulburn - Bathurst - Sydney - Wollongong - Gosford - Newcastle - Lake Macquarie - Central Coast - Sydney - Port Stephens - Hunter Valley - Griffith - Tamworth - New England Area - NSW State-wide
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Welcome to Australian Marksmanship Services, your go-to source for professional contract shooting services for vertebrates and pests. Our team specializes in providing safe and efficient shooting solutions for a variety of animals and nature-related situations.
Australian Marksmanship Services Pty Ltd
Goulburn, New South Wales, Australia
Call Us +61 2 9037 0755
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