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 Instead of tape, one can also use attractive and decorative window decals, which fulfil a similar purpose. There are many different kinds of window decals available, which can be applied directly, ideally to the outside of the window. These commonly come in the outline form of a bird of prey or other bird species silhouette like swallows or swifts. The actual shape or bird species appears to be irrelevant. One can use bird silhouettes, butterflies, simple dots or any other decorative elements. The important point is that window areas are readily covered with decals as birds might become tempted to fly through a wide enough gap between two decals.
-Here are three important tips provided by [[https://flap.org | FLAP Canada]];
+Here are three important tips provided by [[https://flap.org | FLAP Canada]]:
   * Use multiple decals; create a pattern that covers the window uniformly. Elements arranged in columns should be four inches apart. Elements placed in rows should be two inches apart. This is often called the 2 x 4 Rule.
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 Birds tend to avoid strings and cords on windows, like curtains of nylon cords or monofilament lines, which are being hang over a window’s exterior. Nylon or monofilament lines can be installed three inches apart and five inches from the exterior of a window or sliding-door side panel. Birds can see the lines and will avoid them, while the space between the lines and glass gives birds that touch them a chance to spread their wings and brace themselves.
-Another option, and our preferred solution are [[https://www.birdsavers.com | Ascopian Bird Savers]]. They can be purchased or easily homemade. They consist of one-eighth-inch-diameter nylon cords that dangle about four inches apart in front of a window’s exterior, where they are visible to birds, which will avoid them.
+Another option, and our preferred solution, are [[https://www.birdsavers.com | Ascopian Bird Savers]]. They can be purchased or easily homemade. They consist of one-eighth-inch-diameter nylon cords that dangle about four inches apart in front of a window’s exterior, where they are visible to birds, which will avoid them.
 Suncatchers can provide an obstruction to view so that the birds are less tempted to fly on in. A beautiful looking suncatcher with crystals will spread its reflections over a wider area.