Pigeon

Fertilized eggs further the pigeon species, a lot has been said about how pigeon reproduction happens but how about the egg-laying process. How do pigeons lay eggs? When the female pigeon is ready to lay an egg she will isolate herself in her nest. During this time she will start shaking as she tries to […]

Every plant and animal plays some part in the environment, so what do pigeons do for the environment? Pigeons play a vital role in the environment, they serve as food for peregrine falcons, hawks, foxes and martins. They also maintain and regulate insect species in an environment as well as weeds such as thistles. These […]

Food is a source of life and health for birds, whether they are in urban areas or the wild. So how do pigeons find food? Pigeons find food using their excellent eyesight. In the wild, they live in cliffs and thus have evolved to be able to see far to find food. It has been […]

Communication is key for survival, it’s how animals share information and convey ideas between one another. So how do pigeons communicate? Pigeons communicate by cooing, preening and billing to communicate affection, making whistling sounds with their wings to warn other pigeons about danger and fluffing out their feathers when looking for a mate. These birds […]

Humans change their diets to some degree in the summer, birds like pigeons can too if different food is available. So, what do pigeons eat in summer? In the summer, birds have access to and eat summer fruits and vegetables in their natural habitats. If you have backyard pigeons or own pigeons you can feed […]

Carrier pigeons need to be able to fly long distances, what they eat influences their health which influences their ability to fly. So, what do carrier pigeons eat? The base of a carrier pigeons diet is what an everyday pigeon would eat but with additional supplements. The base of this birds diet can include carbohydrates, […]

If you’re looking to feed pigeons you may be curious as to what they like to eat. So what do pigeons like to eat? Pigeons are actually herbivores and not omnivores. They like to eat seeds, corn, wheat, cereals, millet, berries, greens, and fruits. If needed they will also eat insects, snails and worms. When […]

We feed urban pigeons a variety of human food, but if you want to feed them something more healthy feed them nuts. So can pigeons eat peanuts? Pigeons can eat peanuts. This snack is full of vitamins and minerals that will improve the bird’s health. When feeding the birds this snack feed them small peanuts […]

When it’s warm out, the bobbing, cooing, affectionate sky-rats known as pigeons are everywhere. But not so much during winter. Pigeons are one of many birds that seem to become scarce during the wintertime.  If you see fewer pigeons out during the winter months you may assume that they, like other birds, fly south for […]

Pigeons have multiplied to uncontrollable numbers, these birds seem to be everywhere. You may be looking for a quick and easy way to get rid of them, or, you may be looking for clarity on this topic to avoid your pigeons from exploding. So, does baking soda, one of the staples in your medicine cabinet, […]