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BELLA VISTA, Ark. (AP) — An estimated 1,000 Canada geese have made residence in Bella Vista, and the local property owners association has decided to start oiling the birds’ eggs in an effort to reduce the population.

The application of corn oil supposedly cuts off oxygen and halts development.

Bella Vista officials say droppings from the geese are fouling local golf courses and lakes.

The association consulted with the group GeesePeace, which promotes non-lethal goose control. The group suggested the egg oiling plan and using a border collie to chase the geese.

Association president Tommy Bailey said he wants to set up a volunteer network to note locations of nests and to oil the eggs. Bailey said using a border collie would cost $4,500 and he doubts there would be enough volunteers to house the dog and take it out to run.

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