by johnnymarin | Nov 20, 2018 | Bird Deterrent Products
A Somerset wildlife rescue has issued a strong warning about the danger of air guns after a pigeon was shot and seriously injured in Weston-super-Mare.
Staff at Secret World Wildlife Rescue, in East Huntspill, were left shocked and angry after they were forced to put down a pigeon which had been shot with an air gun on Remembrance Sunday (November 11).
When the pigeon arrived at the animal rescue centre, Sarah Tingvoll, Section Leader at Secret World, successfully removed the metal pellet from the bird’s wing, but made the tough decision to put the bird to sleep to prevent any further suffering.
“This is a very sad story but putting the bird to sleep was the right thing to do for its welfare,” Sarah said.
“We know most gun owners use their guns in a responsible way, but this horrific case should serve as a permanent reminder that the consequences of using a pellet or air gun irresponsibly can be deadly.”
Carrier pigeons played an important role in World War I and World War II and were used to send messages from the battlefield thanks to their speed, flying altitude and ability to make their way home.
Sarah added: “The fact that this bird fell victim to a gun shot on Remembrance Day makes this story even more heartbreaking and poignant.
“Carrier pigeons played a pivotal role in both world wars and their role is often overlooked.”
After World War II, 32 pigeons were awarded with the Dickin Medal – a medal used to honour the work of war animals.
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by johnnymarin | Nov 19, 2018 | Pigeons in the News
If you are missing a pet pigeon, it might be at a Northwest Valley animal shelter.
The pigeon is sporting a rhinestone vest, a sign that it belongs to someone.
A woman found the pigeon in Glendale, near 61st Avenue and Bell Road, over the weekend. It was wearing a bedazzled flight suit, and the woman turned it over to the Fallen Feathers Bird Rescue in Peoria.
This bedazzled bird has since captured the hearts of hundreds on social media.
“She had it in a box with a towel thrown over the top of it, and I opened it up, and we took him out, and there he is with all of his bling,” said Fallen Feathers director Jody Kieran.
Kieran said she does not know if the bird is a male or female, but she does think the bird is less than six months old, and is clearly a house pet.
“A wild bird naturally flies to light, and this guy kind of hangs on your shoulder,” said Kieran. “He’s not looking to get out of here. So, he’s definitely used to being in someone’s home.”
The pigeon even likes to watch TV, and does seem to love all the attention.
“He watched a Western the other day with my daughter, so he does like Westerns, if that’s a clue to who the owner is,” said Kieran, “So, maybe he’s a Rhinestone Cowboy! haha! I don’t know.”
If no one claims the pigeon, Kieran said there are other options.
“We would try to get him wild and see if we can get him to join a flock,” said Kieran. “Chances are he’s missed the boat on that one, and we will have to try and find him a home, and if I can’t, I guess I’m going to have to get matching outfits!”
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by johnnymarin | Nov 18, 2018 | Pigeon Patrol's Services
Associated British Ports (ABP) had told residents living near the Waterfront, Ipswich, that it would carry out the action on Sunday.
It had raised concerns that the birds around its grain stores were a danger to the food supply chain.
But after a petition, which gathered 3,000 signatures, ABP has now suspended the cull.
Ipswich MP Sandy Martin said he would ask the company to look at alternatives.
The online petition, launched four days ago, called on the Labour MP and Prime Minister to intervene in plans for the cull.
Mr Martin said: “Frightening the pigeons away, making sure they can’t get hold of any grain… those are the sorts of things they might be able to do.
“I am going to have a discussion with Associated British Ports and see if they have tried every possible alternative.”
Animal lover Molly Potter, 21, had helped to set up the petition and was also organising a protest during the proposed cull.
“I have a rescue pigeon and seeing how intelligent he is, it completely broke my heart.,” she said.
“We want to find a more peaceful solution.”
In a statement, ABP said it had decided to “suspend the proposed pigeon cull, whilst we take advice from the appropriate environmental organisations on the latest alternative solutions”.
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by johnnymarin | Nov 17, 2018 | Pigeons in the News
The search is on for the owner of a pigeon decked out in a bedazzled vest.
“They’re rhinestones, so is he Liberace or the Rhinestone Cowboy? I haven’t figured that one out yet,” said Jody Kieran, who runs a nonprofit bird rescue.
A woman found the pigeon on her patio Sunday and turned him over to Kieran, who’s never seen a bird like him before.
“After doing this for 20 years, this is the first time that I’ve had one come in that was actually wearing an outfit,” she said. “It was more hysterical than anything.”
The pigeon is missing a few rhinestones, but judging by his calm behavior, Kieran is sure he’s someone’s missing pet.
Another clue is in the vest itself, which serves the practical purpose of catching and holding bird droppings.
“We have a label. So, somebody purchased this for him and put it on. He didn’t put it on himself,” Kieran said.
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by johnnymarin | Nov 16, 2018 | Pigeon Patrol's Services
Geof Lodge spoke at Ross Town Council’s meeting on Monday night with regards to the Wilton Cliff opposite the Man Of Ross pub.
Pigeons gather and roost at the wall which results in a large amount of pigeon faeces on the pavement.
Mr Lodge said: “This area has been horribly neglected in the last few years. The pigeon population is already 500 or more. It will probably be double or triple next year.”
He offered to pay £2,500 towards solving the pigeon problem.
Chairman of the town council and Mayor Harry Bramer said they had received a statement from Herefordshire Council who said a funding scheme would need to be found.
The statement said that feeding of pigeons would need to be addressed as would any issues with bins. The county council also said they did not think culling would solve the problem as the population would quickly recover.
Christopher Kirkham-Sandy from The Old Court House in High Street said: “Ross streets are very untidy – cigarette butts, faeces from the pigeons etc.”
He said the birds need to be killed. He spoke to a falconry company who said trapping and shooting the pigeons would solve the problem.
They charge £500 per visit and traps cost £100 each.
Mr Kirkham-Sandy said: “I am finding people who come and stay with me and unload their cars are disgusted. It is a serious problem.”
The meeting heard that the holes in the wall would need to be covered with chicken wire to stop the pigeons roosting and breeding.
Councillor Chris Bartrum said he receives a lot of complaints about pigeons in the town. He said: “It is obviously a concern to people in Wye Street and the surrounding streets.”
Councillor Richard Mayo said culling seems to be the best option to start with and dealing with the nesting and roosting points.
He proposed that the council accept Mr Lodge’s “generous offer” and to then set up a budget heading under the amenities committee of pigeon control for the next financial year of £2,000, which would be used to keep on top of the problem.
This was supported fully by the town council.
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