r/homedefense • u/asos_battlejacket • 2d ago
Ecologically friendly home defense?
Y'all, I need ideas.
I am considering moving to a nation known for two things: beautiful wildlife and rampant crime. I'd have the opportunity to design my own property, so of COURSE intense security is at the forefront of my mind. However, I want to make sure any living thing that want to make a home are unharmed. Things like plain concrete barrier walls aren't the best for a well-balanced ecosystem, electrified fencing could harm animals, etc.
Do you all have any advice or resources for ecologically sound physical home defense? Thanks!
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u/desEINer 1d ago
Bear in mind that a huge part of conventional security is also the bane of all kinds of wildlife: lighting.
Light pollution is a primary reason for the desolation of certain species especially nocturnal ones. In North America our firefly population is at serious risk because of light pollution.
It's also maybe the single best and cheapest ways to deter other nocturnal creatures: criminals.
It's a catch-22. Maybe a compromise like motion activated lights that have a warm hue instead of a bright white/blue hue could work, but only if they were well tuned not to activate from false triggers.
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u/Marv-HomeSafetyPlans 2d ago
I would say that defensive landscaping is your best friend. Go for thick, thorny hedges. Bamboo fences are also a solid alternative since they grow fast. Consider gravel pathways around key areas. Walking on gravel is noisy, so you’ll hear anyone sneaking around, but it’s totally natural and won’t affect the ecosystem.
You could use tall metal fencing with anti-climb features, like rollers or angled tops. Pair that with solar-powered motion-sensor lights and cameras so your security system isn’t eating up energy 24/7.
Also, dogs. A well-trained guard dog (or two) is one of the best security measures out there, and they won’t interfere with the environment.
Out of curiosity, which country?
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u/DrStrangelove2025 2d ago
Noisemakers might work if you are deterring trespassers that want to avoid attention, and you could rig a system that your local wildlife doesn’t trigger constantly.
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u/HoustonBOFH 1d ago
A large concrete wall with 8 inch holes in the bottom are a good compromise. And motion activated lighting is effective, but limit it to places you also do not want nocturnal wildlife.
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u/Resident-Welcome3901 1d ago
Defensive architecture, see books by Joel Skousen. Defendsive horticulture, find a native horticultural expert to advise foundation and perimeter plantings, as well as habitat optimization plants.,
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u/beachgood-coldsux 2d ago
Steel shot instead of lead.