Pigeons stories appear in the media all the time. Here we provide a range of information; from the scientific reports detailing research into pigeon management, to current pigeon problems and success stories as reported from around the world. If we can be of any help for further information, do please get in touch at anytime.
For those who wish to delve deeper into the science of pigeon management through the use of nicarbazin, the following papers are available to view through open access for your further consideration.
Title: Efficacy of nicarbazin in the containment and reduction of the populations of feral pigeons (Columba livia var. domestica) in the city of Genoa, Italy: a retrospective evaluation
Author(s): Albonetti, P. et al
Date: 2015
Source: https://issuu.com/veterinaria_italiana/docs/veterinariaitaliana_51_1
Title: Feral Pigeons: Problems, Dynamics and Control Methods, in Integrated Pest Management and Pest Control – Current and Future Tactics
Author(s): Dimitri Giunchi, Yuri V. Albores-Barajas, N. Emilio Baldaccini, Lorenzo Vanni and Cecilia Soldatini.
Date: 2012
Source: http://www.intechopen.com/books/integrated-pest-management-and-pest-control-current-and-future-tactics/feral-pigeons-problems-dynamics-and-control-methods
Pigeon management is now being practised in more towns and cities in a bid to reduce pigeon numbers. Here you will find a collection of clippings and news coverage from various sources around the world.
Texas Tech University has a growing problem, a pigeon problem, but they have a plan to fix it by fighting the pigeon population with birth control.
29 Mar 2017 KCBD USA
Pigeons in Barcelona are being put on the pill in an attempt to cut their numbers by 80 per cent as the city’s councillors abandon controversial culls.
13 Dec 2016 Daily Mail UK
Trial by Singapore Veterinary Authority (AVA) to curb nuisance pigeon populations.
6th Nov 2015 The Straits Times, Singapore
Trial by Singapore Veterinary Authority (AVA) to curb nuisance pigeon populations.
6th Nov 2015 The Straits Times, Singapore
Pigeons are a common a regular problem. The print and digital journalist media are quick to highlight stories that often consider animal welfare but also issues of health, safety and public safety. The following help to illustrate the many ways pigeons can be a problem and cause conflict for one reason or another.
Pigeons could be killed if Mold’s problem persists
6th June 2017 The Leader Live – News North Wales, UK
Bath’s Pigeon Man is fined by court but vows “I am going to carry on feeding the pigeons”
23rd Jan 2017 The Bath Chronicle, UK
There are many fine and interesting publications relating to pigeons, their biology and habits. It is not possible for us to list them all, but the following provide some useful further reading.