Missouri Department of Conservation

Controlling Wild Geese

Controlling Conflicts with Urban Canada Geese in Missouri

Before any activity is conducted that involves the handling of resident Canada geese eggs or nests you must register with United States Fish and Wildlife Services at https://epermits.fws.gov/eRCGR/geSI.aspx.

A state permit must be obtained before any activity is conducted that involves the lethal control of resident Canada geese. This step may be taken when other techniques have not been successful and where local communities formally support and pay for removal and processing. Please review information in above links before applying for lethal control permit. Contact a Missouri Department of Conservation office near you if you have questions about permits or need further information about Canada geese.

Controlling Conflicts with Urban Canada Geese in Missouri

Use this brochure to learn how to manage urban Canada geese.

Egg/Nest Destruction Data Sheet

Downloadable version of the Wild Goose Egg/Nest Destruction Data Sheet.

Damage Prevention: A Community Effort

Reducing damage caused by Canada geese takes the cooperation of the entire community. It may surprise you, but the first steps do not involve geese.

History of Goose Conflicts and Management Efforts

Downloadable version of "History of Goose Conflicts and Management Efforts" Sheet.

How to Addle and Oil Eggs

Information on how to addle and oil eggs.

Wild Goose Management Objectives

Download the PDF version of Management Objectives sheet for Wild Geese here.

Supply Sources

Information on supply sources for geese.

Types of Control Methods

Different types of control methods for nuisance wild geese.