The Indonesian forest and plantation burning is a yearly ritual affair since the late eighties. Lack of authority control and poor regulation management, plantation owners’ burn old crops to clear way for replanting. This happened in Sumatera and Jawa.
It created hazes and affected not only the surrounding area but also its neighboring countries. Economy of these countries are affected some flights have to be cancelled due to thick haze, tourist avoid coming to these places, etc. The impact is unimaginable. It is bad news to all neighboring countries. But…..But..
But it is good news to Swiftlet farmers in Malaysia. History always repeats itself. It is the best time to take advantage of this opportunity “The Great Migration of Jawa A.Fuchiphangus”.
. With such situation adult birds would avoid such Bhs when they want to make nests. This is birds’ natural instinct they seemed to know which Bhs is best for them. That is why some Bhs could attract more birds than others. During this period the Rh has to be at 85% constantly. This is the most crucial period.
One of the most important things to do during this haze period is to make sure your Bhs Humidity (Rh ) is at its optimum level. Optimum level of Rh would reduce the effect of haze in Bhs
Secondly having water sprinkles outside the entrance hole would help. Now you know why Indonesia’s Bhs have water or mist sprinkler at their entrance holes.
Third, if the smog/haze is too thick and continued for weeks/months your Bhs would smell like a smoke house. Birds don’t like such environment. We may not notice it as human nose is not as sensitive as birds. To counter this you need to spray Aroma to reduce the smoke effect.
