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An adult pigeon is about 30 centimetres (12 inches) long and weighs about 300 grams (10 ounces). Its plumage can vary considerably but is generally dull grey as pictured. There are no visible differences between the sexes. Wild or feral pigeons normally feed in flocks and for most of the year rely mainly on spillages at food premises and on scraps, including bread, cake and bird seed given to them by members of the public. |
Pigeons can live for up to thirteen years and are capable of breeding throughout the year, however, most breeding occurs between March and July. Wild or feral pigeons are a potential source of disease so the public health hazard must be considered. Mites and fleas on pigeons or in their droppings and nests, may bite humans or infest and spoil food products. Unpleasant fouling of buildings, structures and monuments frequently occurs at places where the birds nest or roost and the acidic droppings erode the surface of the stonework. Droppings and dead birds can block gutters and rainwater pipes and cause dampness to the building. Pigeon droppings can also make walkways slippery for pedestrians, particularly in wet weather. |
