Fun Fact Friday #14 - How Long Do Pigeons Live?

[@ncc17701a]

I was contacted by staff at a shop - they had a feral that was poorly. I took him in and nursed him back to health (it had a nasty infection in the nasal cavity). That was 4 years ago. I still see him around (he's ringed so I know its him, plus he has distinctive feathering). He's paired off and had offspring too. One of the brighter sides of seeing a successful treatment/release! On the flip side, I've had pigeons come in that I thought I had managed to save, only for them to suddenly pass with little or no warning (and certainly no time to intervene with medication).

[@themarekch]

I've got pigeons to

[@bowiebird7639]

this is a great channel, you're the only one that goes this in-depth into pigeon information!

[@themarekch]

I've got pigeons on my channel

[@wormwood6424]

Omg... I have a wood pigeon that I rescued. He escaped death about 3 times. He is quite happy living in my cage I made for him about 6 years ago! There is no ways I can keep him for 30 years lol...I need someone with a big aviary to take him pleeeeez lol...

[@themarekch]

Pigeons. I've got them

[@lenore_nvrmore3317]

I love the work you do for your videos. I am grateful for your pigeon advocacy! I wish more were on the “bus” with us as it were! One mind at a time, right?

[@themarekch]

Hi, I've got pigeons

[@incanusolorin2607]

Thank you very much for answering my question, with both text and video! You are the best!

[@palomapolemica7019]

Very valuable information!! Thank you

[@themarekch]

I've got pigeons ​@@palomapolemica7019

[@oldleatherstocking3185]

I always enjoy your videos and the information you share. This one is no exception. EXCEPT, it does make me think about the inevitable days finding a bird that has passed on, and how it can seem to come out of nowhere. These guys seem spry and healthy right up to the end.

[@themarekch]

I will be posting pigeon videos on my channel soon.

[@daisystarcluster9616]

Wow. . . I never actually thought about that question Also this was probably the best part of my Friday :)

[@thecrazypigeonlady8731]

Thank you so much!

[@themarekch]

I've got a 13 year old pigeon

[@rich_da_prophet6424]

Wow, today really is Friday. May 19, 2023. 11:25pm est

[@themarekch]

It's 2024 now

[@louduva9849]

Please tell us where you got the pigeon goodies in the background there! Thank you for what you do. :)

[@thecrazypigeonlady8731]

Hi, thanks for asking! The big picture is a mandala I made of moulted Wood Pigeon feathers, the colourful pigeon is a piece of art I made called #glitterchicken, the glass pigeon is Lalique, the yellow pigeon plant pot is a vintage piece and the small pigeon portrait of 'Wyatt' is by Ashley Dietrich who runs Olive's Place Dove and Pigeon sanctuary :-)

[@survivallineloft3904]

Nice

[@emumop3867]

Hey I have a quite small cage 76cm long 57cm high and 53cm wide is this an okey size for not permanent birds? I rescue the sick and injured and most of the time they will be out the cage (depending on there health)

[@literallynobody5451]

It depends on the situation. My rescue has a broken wing so she needs to be in a very small enclosure Bc she doesn’t have any balance. If the bird is ill and the cage is only for a couple weeks or so I’d say it ok. But do your own research and consult a vet.

[@sdfsfklugi]

hey, was wondering if you could do a video on the breed of pigeons called Birmingham rollers ( the breed im currently obsessed with ). Would love to learn more about them

[@thecrazypigeonlady8731]

Thanks for the suggestion! There are hundreds of pigeon breeds and i only know a few well but I may research some and spotlight them in future videos :-)

[@brysenstrowder5178]

Can you do a video of how to build a pigeon aviary

[@thecrazypigeonlady8731]

Hi Brysen, unfortunately my experience in keeping pigeons is only indoors as Ive never had a garden big enough for a loft or aviary so Ive never built one :-( However, there is a book I can recommend for getting started with pigeons and it does have a section on lofts and aviaries - ive put a link below. There are also some pet pigeon and pigeon rescue facebook groups with members there that keep their birds outdoors who may be able to give you good advice :-) www.amazon.com/Pigeons-Complete-Pet-Owners-Manual/dp/0764129910

[@AnnLippert1]

so how old is the oldest pigeon? Did you mention it?

[@thecrazypigeonlady8731]

This vid is about lifespan generally, check out Fun Fact Friday video 7 'Who was the oldest pigeon' to find out! kzbin.info/www/bejne/nma4iY2mgJ6NmZI

[@themarekch]

My pigeon is 13 years

[@roseroberts2748]

Hiya! I'm looking to having a pair of domestic pet pigeons. Do you have any advise? If it would be ok I would love to have a quick chat.

[@thecrazypigeonlady8731]

Hi Rose, check out my Pigeons as Pets beginners guide series playlist, lots of info there to get you started. There will be 10 episodes in all, episode 6 is coming soon! The vast majority of the advice is also applicable to the keeping of doves too :-)

[@achmedlmau3956]

Do u let your pigeon go out and fly?

[@thecrazypigeonlady8731]

Not outdoors, no. Being a fancy pigeon shes not as interested in flying and exercise. I put the cage outside on a sunny day though and ler her get fresh air and her vitamin d!