PEST CONTROL WITH THE AIR RIFLE. By Jim Tyler.

(1988) 2006 2nd edition. Paperback. 8vo paperback (148 x 211mm). Ppvi,69,ad. B/w photographs, b/w line illustration.

This book "is the first treatise on the subject and details the role of the air rifle as just one of a range of tools and means for controlling pest species. [It] explains why certain species of bird and mammal are classified as pests, and outlines UK laws in respect of acceptable pest control methods and the ownership and usage of air rifles. The author takes the novice step by step through the selection of a suitable air rifle, sight and pellet, and offers advice on imporving marksmanship to the standard needed for humane pest control. The book includes details of the methods and tactics used in the pursuit of pest species, with detailed information specific to each species." Chapters include: The air rifle; Sighting systems; Pellets and accessories; Marksmanship; Rabbit control and tactics; Avian species - introduction; Pigeons and the crow family; Squirrel and rat - introduction; The brown rat; The grey squirrel; Other species; Other types of gun; The rimfire rifle; Nets and ferrets; Other rabbit control methods; The air rifle dog.