Pigeons as Pets Beginners Guide - Episode 6 Handling & Behaviour

In this Episode of her beginners guide series to keeping Pigeons as pets, the Crazy Pigeon Lady demonstrates how to hold a pigeon for the purposes of health check and medication; explains the meaning of common postures and behaviours; clarifies common misunderstandings about aggression and explains how to know if your pigeon likes you.

[@mondraymondo]

Look how adorable that pigeon is. He looks comfy and trusting

[@LeObeseSeagull]

My pigeon walks around in circles and starts cooing when it's happy, his name is Guss

[@evidencematters7588]

Thats cute

[@simtrade2219]

That’s good to hear and I like that name

[@acidreflux2182]

Mine is called Georgie and she does the same. She has a fuss then runs around doing a dance and cooing and comes back for some more. She is the sweetest girl

[@incanusolorin2607]

Thanks, it was very informative! I was surprised to see how calm she was in your hand. She obviously was not happy about being held for so long, but she wasn’t panicking either. Really cool!

[@thecrazypigeonlady8731]

Yeah, shes a little diva! I dont normally hold her anywhere that long so she was pretty patient!

[@srpennell]

I don’t have a pet pigeon (yet), but there are ‘wild’ pigeons at the apartment complex where I live. I feed them bird seed twice a day. I noticed one of the pigeons is banded, and seems to like me. But I need to pick it up in order to read what’s on the band to find the owner. So I’m watching your videos. Thanks for making these videos.

[@TuberoseKisser]

Most banded pigeons are lost homing pigeons.

[@2a..b]

She is so underrated she deserves more subscribers

[@thecrazypigeonlady8731]

Thank you so much!

[@clydesdale1775]

Just in time! I literally just binged your entire series! I can't have a pigeon at this time, but a few years out once I move I am definitely going to rescue one! I'm going to do all the research I can until then! 🤍🕊

[@em-yf4ri]

I'm in the same situation! When I move I'll have room for an aviary, and some rescue pigeons, I can't wait! Goodluck with your research!

[@incanusolorin2607]

I’m exactly in the same situation! Except that I hope to move by jan/2022, not in a few years, and I pretend to get 2 or 3 female pigeons, so they can form a little flock and keep each other company.

[@em-yf4ri]

@@incanusolorin2607 I'm hoping to move anytime between now and July of this year :) There's a pretty large pigeon rescue near me and I have my eye on a super cute pigeon couple! They would have an aviary all to themselves and then I could foster some other birds in the future! I would bring them inside all afternoon so I still have some time to interact with them.

[@incanusolorin2607]

@@em-yf4ri That sounds awesome, good luck!

[@clydesdale1775]

@@em-yf4ri thanks! I hope everything works out and you and u enjoy your new buddies!! :)

[@brendarichardson4529]

One of the most important episode for me! My two piges treat me like a alien xx

[@brendarichardson4529]

XD I guess I’ll have to wait for episode 10

[@birdsongsung993]

Same 🤣

[@incanusolorin2607]

I think the trick, like she said, is not forcing them to do anything. If they feel they are not constantly at risk of being grabbed or moved or spooked, they will probably relax with time.

[@uabir8338]

Such a cute and patient birb. My pigeons would go crazy if I held them for this long. And also poop a few times of course. She is so chubby and fluffy

[@montyali2920]

best pigeon related videos around. ive learnt so much important information from this vital channel

[@thecrazypigeonlady8731]

Thank you so much!

[@guaponthepigeon7122]

Yes this is very correct on how to hold a pigeon! My owner can't get enough of just grabbing me and kiss me half to death 😆

[@klindstrom8891]

Sounds like you love pigeons as much as I! Love your channel and videos . Thank you. Pigeons are the very very best!! And bravo, Anna :)

[@zenaasura1769]

As a Second time pigeon rescuer this series is hugly helpful. Thank you.

[@Mockthenerd]

Thank you so much for this video. I've just rescued a young pigeon and it is in quarantine. I used your video to examine the birds wing and underside and found it had mites (an treating it now). If I had not seen this video the mites might have not been discovered until it was too late.

[@MrE1981]

LOVE the brown, so cool!!

[@em-yf4ri]

I'm so excited to watch this episode! These are so informative and fun to watch! Thank you so much for making these!

[@veenorbury1429]

Yay, more pigeon videos! Glad to learn about proper handling!

[@julianholman7379]

What a pretty pigeon

[@Melissa-xz6eq]

It was so adorable when she preened you ❤ Thank you for the information, I just subscribed. I'm planning to get a pigeon pair, not to breed, just to give a good home. I already bought the feed and grit and just preparing for them. But I've been excited about getting pigeons. Hopefully I will be able to bond with them and get them use to me. I've had pet chickens and quail in the past, but first time with pigeons. My parents use to raise fantail pigeons so I learned a few things from them.

[@5DNRG]

Your bird's feet are AMAZING!!! 💛💛💛

[@samueldasnher3482]

I rescued a lot of them over my years! Haven't any today, But I Do Miss My 'PIDDINS' !! And Want Some Again!~!

[@okashimeka9393]

I’m not even interested in pigeons but this makes me wanna have one.

[@thecrazypigeonlady8731]

Mission accomplished! ;-)

[@beakyuploads2161]

But why don't you attempt to make friends with wild pigeons - it just takes some bird seed, a little patience and kindness. You'll be shocked at how rewarding it can be.

[@SureBetter]

Your channel has allll of the information I’ve been looking for! Thank you so so much 🕊

[@kaydeelockeheart8028]

Ahhh... Well this explains it... Thats why my pidgey keeps tryna mate with me 😂 no back petting, got it

[@kaydeelockeheart8028]

Update, I dont stroke her back anymore and no matter how I touch her, she gets stimulated. Also, as youll find from my last comment on a previous video, I didnt want to cage a bird whose lived their life outside so i installed perches and poo catchers to avoid it ending up on the floor. That being said, if i go to the bathroom, so does she. When i sleep, she sleeps in my room on a dresser. She spends her entire day in the same room I am. I love it but...should I introduce a captive female/male pigeon for companionship ?

[@evidencematters7588]

Thats adorable lol hehe. I hope your pidgey has a mate now

[@korismith9023]

This was the most informative video I've seen! Very well explained thank you. I feel more prepared for my pet pigeon now

[@sandygraves5259]

So enjoyable and useful! Thank you much. Lovely.

[@kazaki6235]

I really love this women you i learn soooo much from her

[@lhumaindecaillou9483]

It's the best series in the world! I love it it's number 1!

[@octipuscrime]

I love the breed of pigeon you got. Its known as a Lahori pigeon, sometimes also referred to as a Sherazi pigeon.

[@evidencematters7588]

I just love pigeons so much. They are cute 😍

[@ericb2017]

great vid thanks. wow that is such a pretty pigeon!

[@gambitmagician9477]

I love your videos, very informative! I just watched a bunch back to back! I have new baby pigeons for two weeks now... I was curious, how long do you wait before letting new pigeons out of their cage? Do you only let the pigeons out of their cage after there is a bond and they perch on your finger?

[@northerngypsysoul]

This was a really informative video thank you ❤

[@martenmaarten]

such a beautiful lahore girl!! 🥺 thank you sm for the informative video!

[@louisea966]

i am really loving this series - so helpful and informative. i currently have somewhere between 2 and 4.5 pigeons so i need all the help i can get, haha.

[@thecrazypigeonlady8731]

Thank you! The remaining episodes are scripted to get the series finished, I just need to have a big recording session now, lol!

[@uabir8338]

At 14:30 I went AWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWW

[@carmelrose6327]

You are awsome.....thank you ... I am trying to figure out if a pigeon is a suitable for my family

[@omumacaw754]

what happened to episodes 7 and 8? It jumps right to 9 :o

[@tyler8051]

My pigeon, Muñeca, loves to make eye contact with me, and I love to watch her having dinner...

[@lilreverse6095]

Amazing animals.

[@birdsongsung993]

So, since pigeons usually view all humans as male for the most part, do male pigeons in the wild make friends with other male pigeons? Like do they preen and feed other male pigeons like a bro thing or is that mostly for mated pairs?

[@thecrazypigeonlady8731]

Wild/feral pigeons behave more naturalistically, so they would view other males as rivals. Inside a captive situation like a house or loft, the space and flock size (and thus mate choice) is much smaller and so pigeons begin to behave differently such as having same sex pairings or extra marital arrangements. In these situations it is less common for males to form pairs than hens but it does happen. As a general thing, wild/feral pigeons will only preen or feed their own mate, and not other members in the flock but in a captive situation, anything goes sometimes!

[@theintr00dr48]

This is really hard for me because my pigeon bis a years and missing 2/3 of her wing, so yeah this is a hard one but she's struggles so much the bird doesn't even fight now. I can actually get meds in no problem now

[@deepakshetty9233]

good work

[@shelbyguthrie5357]

My pidgey and I still have a budding relationship and she’s not generally keen on approaching my hands. I can hand feed her but I’m worried about damaging our relationship by handling her when she’s not comfortable with it, any suggestions?

[@leonciocapola1036]

You're awesome pigeon lady. How long does it takes to figure out if its a male or female? What is your definitive signs. Thanks.

[@thecrazypigeonlady8731]

Sadly the only real definitive sign is a DNA test but head shape, vent bone width, toe length, tail carriage, calls and behaviour can all point to gender. I may do a video on this in the future :-)

[@frogmouth1416]

I love lahores so much and have always wanted one, but can never tell if they're a friendly breed or not. Your lahore is adorable and seems to enjoy being pet. But talking to other people, everyone either says they’re the perfect angels or the angriest/meanest birds ever to exist. Do you mind directing me to breeders who breed a more temperate line of lahores (if you know any?)

[@thecrazypigeonlady8731]

Lahores are known for being pretty docile and easygoing, Ive certainly not heard of anyone saying theyre mean, but all pigeons are individuals and can surprise you! Im in the UK and the only breeder I know is retired now, sadly, and I dont know any breeders outside of the UK, sorry. Both my birds are rescues :-)

[@uabir8338]

Pigeon: Stop shaking me dammit!

[@SureBetter]

I have some questions on my Eurasian Collared Dove. Are these behaviors in this video the same when presented by my dove? I’m afraid he is a she by the pancaking and fluttering her wings at me. She just recently got out of her screeching baby voice and started her coos. When I talk to her in the morning she will pancake out like that and “coo coo” at me in response. She hangs out with me all day I work from home so she is either on my head, shoulders or right by my desk. I’m glad you said that about petting her back I will refrain from that, from now on! 🕊 ETA: she will also fly and land on my hand or right by me and do a “REEE!” Like a cooing scream out of nowhere. Any ideas what she’s telling me? Thank you!

[@thecrazypigeonlady8731]

Collared dove behaviours are similar yes so most of this will apply :-) i think the long 'reee' coo you are talking about is a kind of display coo that they do when landing after a courtship flight so you can probably take it as a good thing :-)

[@SureBetter]

@@thecrazypigeonlady8731 thank you for your reply! I wish you could see her now she is right in the way pecking the screen. There is just something about these sweet birds I am so attached I love her so much! Your videos are so helpful glad I found you!!! 🕊

[@emapartenie7373]

Hello! I need help. I got a pigeon some days ago and she was in bad condition. Swarming with feather mites and with her wings taped. After we got rid of the tape and mites, she started to act very agressive, peck, wingslap and do that dominant and agressive headshake. After she could fly correctly, she only stayed on high surfaces and in a very poofy-sleepy like position. She showed comfortable signs but she makes weird noises when i am near her and she is very agressive. Also whenerver i need to put her in her cage at night she always jumps around and makes a mess spilling everything. She is quite small, 1.5 months old and she is one of those turkey-tailed pigeons. How can i calm her down and gain her trust when she is that aggressive and dominant? Please respond to this comment

[@thecrazypigeonlady8731]

Earning the trust of rescued pigeons that have been abused takes a lot of time and patience. Before you even think about handling its best to back off for a while and just let them settle in. Please keep following my series, Episode 10 will be my guide to bonding with pigeons but there are no guarantees any bird will become cuddly, especially a rescue. You could also try joining Pigeons As Pets - The Perfect Pet facebook group and seeing if others have any tips for you or can share their experience - good luck!

[@emapartenie7373]

@@thecrazypigeonlady8731 thank you for your reply! I wont give up on my hen, i want to become her forever home that she can finnaly feel safe in, my plan is to leave her alone for a while, but still be in room with her So that she can see that i don’t have Any intentions of hurting on Hunting her, and whenever i need to Handle her, i would do Little jestures to warn her that i am going to Handle her. Im going to do this until i see changes.

[@niri280]

I've done some research and found out that female birds lay eggs every month even without a male. Is that true? I just want to make sure because my family members aren't too happy about dealing with eggs even if they are unfertilized. Thank you!

[@thecrazypigeonlady8731]

It is possible in the worst case scenario, but if not too stimulated then hens may lay less often. My 2 hens do not lay at the moment. If there is no male around you can leave the eggs with them until abandoned, switch them with fake eggs or hardboil them and put them back. Some people eat the eggs (which are reportedly tasty, ive not tried) and some leave them outside for wild animals to eat. Hope that helps!

[@niri280]

@@thecrazypigeonlady8731 Thank you so much!

[@melancholyman9319]

Which pigeon species tend to be the most docile and cuddly ?

[@thecrazypigeonlady8731]

Only the Rock Dove (Columba Livia) has been fully domesticated but Barbary Doves (Streptopelia Risoria) have been kept as cage birds for a long time. Good pet breeds of domesticated Rock Pigeon are: Fantails, Lahores, Kings, Owl-type breeds and Oriental Frills. Hope that helps!

[@pidgydidge271]

Is it OK to keep two female pigeons in an outdoor aviary? We don't let them out to fly in case they get taken by predators. Will they get bored ? Is it humane etc ? p.s. love the content.

[@thecrazypigeonlady8731]

My series is oriented towards indoor pet pigeons but Pigeons do keep well outdoors if you have good aviary/loft facilities. Pigeons dont need a lot of enrichment but outdoor life will keep them entertained. 2 hens are more likely to get on well than 2 males and may even pair up :-)

[@pidgydidge271]

@@thecrazypigeonlady8731 Thanks for replying. It’s been worrying me for a while now. I just want them to be happy. Keep up the good work.

[@c0dered111]

I❤PIGEONS!

[@luciezahradnikova9457]

Hello, I would like to ask ... since English is my second language I saw some videos and one was about an imprinted pigeon … unfortunately I did not really get how the imprint can happen and lead to an agressive behaviore ... how do I get my pigeon not to imprint? I should have a pigeon in about 2-3 month (should not be hand-raised) but it should be like month or 6 weeks old. And since it will be very young they would not be able to tell if it is a boy or a girl (which does not really matter) but they said in a video that this aggressive behaviour happens to imprinted pigeon males. I would like to just have a companion and a friend but I have quite a young child and i would not like this agression behaviore to happend. So if anyone would be able to help me explain and have some tips I would really appriciate that. Thank you

[@NILESH4812]

Nice

[@clover-il7tf]

I want a cockatiel but I think a parrot is a bit too much for me. Pigeons seem calmer.

[@jimmiej2127]

I have a pair of feral pigeons who came and sit by my window pane. They sometimes enter my room and sit on my bed too, eat the grains I leave for them on the window etc. They aren't frightened or bothered by my presence in the room, I guess they have become used to it now. What makes me sad is that they still don't perch on my wrist or allow me to stroke them. I know they are not pets and have fear of humans but how to make them overcome that fear. I appreciate any advice you can give. I try imitating the coo sound to call them near but when I do that they look at me in a funny way, maybe they are telling me what a big fool you're.

[@thecrazypigeonlady8731]

If ferals are coming into your house then theyre already very confident and trusting! As theyre not pets they will naturally be more wary. They may feel unsafe inside a closed space. Feral outdoors often will jump onto the hands of regular feeders so its possible but theyre very unlikely to tolerate any stroking. Thank you for befriending them!

[@beakyuploads2161]

With a little bit of patience, they will soon become so friendly you will be shocked - trust me. Sounds like you are halfway there, feral pigeons are extremely cautious and by the sound of it they are busy checking you out lol.

[@lova368]

Subscribed!

[@lhumaindecaillou9483]

Hey, can we have Subtitles for the series you do please? My hear is really bad and also I'm French so that easyer to me to read than listen

[@thecrazypigeonlady8731]

I will try to see how to do it, Im still learning KZbin Studio but I will give it a try :-)

[@crumbleass]

hi! when will you make the next episode of this series? i really want more info with how to bond with my pigeon.

[@thecrazypigeonlady8731]

Hi, Ive been on a hiatus on another project but I hope to make episodes 7-10 soon. Episode 10 will be on bonding with your bird :-)

[@kellyrodolph834]

Your videos great, but I think you might be wrong about the gobbling because my pigeon starts cooing and walking in circles and nodding her head when she is happy and excited and wants me to play with her. I guess the body language and context are more important than the sound sometimes.

[@IIIElijah]

5th Heaven for the animals who worship God with their each and every action. Animals never sin. They only worship.

[@kevinminano7188]

I have a question, i hope you guys could help me out, I just adopted a pigeon from a shelter and she has not trusted me yet, I want to give her a bath, i think she hasnt had one since then, how would I do this? Should i Wait until she lets me handle her and shes comfy with me around or should I just put her around water and let her do it herself. Im very brand new to this I hope you could help me out. Thank u much love💖

[@thecrazypigeonlady8731]

Rescue birds need lots of patience and love - my own bird Dewie is still warming to me and Ive had her a year now! Best thing is to let her do it herself. Leave out a big pan/bowl/tray of water, splash it a bit so she can see what it is and she will go eventually. Be persistent and patient as she needs to feel safe to bathe. You could also try spraying her with water with a spray bottle on the mist setting. Good luck!

[@rinkuroy9585]

How can I differentiate between male and female pigeons?

[@thecrazypigeonlady8731]

The only surefire way is a DNA tesr but an experienced fancier can usually tell with greater than 50% accuracy on the basis of many factors like behaviour, head shape, tail carriage, vent bone space, toe length etc. But pigeons can definitely surprise you so if you need to be 100% sure you will need a DNA test or if your bird lays an egg than you have a hen for sure!

[@JoseLuna-mq5zd]

. ❤ .

[@uabir8338]

I had a pigeon who would be okay with most things but touching the beak is a HUGE NO NO!

[@frostedsunrise222]

It's hard to find pigeons for sale near me! Any advice?

[@thecrazypigeonlady8731]

You may find pigeons available for adoption at wildlife rescues, especially those that specialise in birds, they may even ship birds around the country. There are also pet pigeon facebook groups where people sometimes have birds to adopt or who can recommend. You could also find out if there is a fancy pigeon club local to you who can put you in touch with breeders. Good luck!

[@robyblox34]

That’s the same pigeon I have

[@BinaryzeroNYC]

That birbslz a potato lol

[@pidgydidge271]

How do you know if a pigeon is unhappy? Will it make a particular sound?

[@thecrazypigeonlady8731]

Its difficult to gauge emotion in birds and pigeons do not pluck their feathers like depressed parrots do but if your bird is listless, not very responsive and shows no enthusiasm then all is probably not well. Pigeons are social creatures and do need social interaction from people or other birds but their needs arent complex. Keeping them in a place in the house where people gather most often goes a long way, as does having a pigeon friend but if you have a lone bird, they do need your time :-)

[@pidgydidge271]

@@thecrazypigeonlady8731 Hi again and thanks for replying to my questions. Hope it doesn't get too annoying. She makes a very subdued cooing sound which gradually becomes a regular coo. I''m hoping its not a sing of stress.

[@lornemcneil]

I cant be gentle with mine he don't like how I feed him ,but he needs fed, he's eating seed now on his own but still retaining the egg tooth, fully feathered ,firm ,but he don't like the process ,use the result 😊

[@sinamoon_]

I've had my white homer for almost 5 years now. I found him in my backyard and rescued him from the hawks, ducks, cranes and crows that tend to hang out there. (We live on a lake) Long story short, we go through a really weird on again off again relationship where he is clung to me 24/7, wants only to be petted or when he absolutely wants no part of me. I don't know what triggers this or why, but it can last for months. Is there anyway to re-bond with my pigeon? do I need to propose? lol Your video was so, so informative and I wish I'd seen it long ago. I'd love to see a video on how to bond with male pigeons. Everyone I see has a female and I can understand why. lol

[@thecrazypigeonlady8731]

It might be seasonal, pigeons get clingy over the summer months cause its breeding season. He might get frustrated with you because youre not being a good hen and getting on the nest and laying for him! I hope to cover building a relationship with your bird later in the series :-)

[@aname729]

@@thecrazypigeonlady8731 I'd love it if you'd do a relationship coverage for bonding with bird! I'm hoping to take good care of and love my future bird but anything about their feelings, wants, needs and friendship is appreciated!

[@thecrazypigeonlady8731]

@@aname729 that will be in Episode 10 of the series :-)

[@hellocat4424]

Same problem here😞 Mine even worst ,before I'm the only one who can pet her but now she attack me like a stranger😂 an she began to bond with my mom which is before cannot even walk near the cage lol. These flying fluffy ball is so confusing for me haha

[@tootsietkable]

Love it... I have a male pigeon....and we do have fun... been together for over 5 years now... and I am trained...lol in fact my "bird dog" and bird are hilarious... he will follow his dog sister and go look for her. I have a little bag hanging in his cage.. he loves to spare with it..quit the boxer. I wad paper up in balls...and he loves unraveling it... He loves the shower... and riding in my truck... Also loves music, dancing...

[@mollyperlmutter]

What's the best lighting for pigeons?

[@thecrazypigeonlady8731]

The best lighting is as much natural light as possible, so siting the cage by a bright window or taking the cage outdoors on sunny days when you can but you will still need to give a supplement with vitamin D to make sure they get enough. If you use a light, make sure it is specifically a UV light meant for birds. I dont use them myself so dont have any recommendations, sorry but the Pigeons as Pets facebook group members may be able to help you. Make sure any light you use is properly and safely connected and used in accordance with the manufacturers instructions :-)

[@coocoo6311]

I rescued a young pigeon from a cat. I have had him/her for few months now. He/she is becoming a bit aggressive now at time and was wondering why. He’ll come over to me and want a cuddle and head rub etc but after a few min he can become aggressive and start to really peck at my hand or leg etc whatever is near him. When he does this I can calm him down mostly but at other times I end up putting him in his cage til he calms down. Why is he being this aggressive even when he want my attention? Thanks

[@thecrazypigeonlady8731]

Young male pigeons do go through a stroppy teenage phase as they mature, they are trying to see who is boss in this relationship! In this episode I do speak about aggression, it doesnt mean they dont like you. Male pigeons can be bossy and aggressive, its just how they are, but they can also be sweet too!

[@coocoo6311]

@@thecrazypigeonlady8731 thank you for the reply. I thought he was male but the odd times I have stroked his back he goes in to the mating position - lowering body and opening wings. I stop stroking when this happens. This lead me to think he is a she. Love the info from your site.

[@thecrazypigeonlady8731]

@@coocoo6311 your bird could potentially be a girl too, some girls are feisty, Ana is!

[@user-yf1mv5ji3e]

Anna is beautiful

[@achmedlmau3956]

My pigeon is really scared and doesn't want my hand what to do?!?

[@thecrazypigeonlady8731]

I hope to cover building a relationship with your pigeon in Episode 10. Be patient, things can take time. Hand feeding tasty treat food will encourage them to view your hand as a good thing. Good luck :-)

[@ericabinkley1641]

What should I do, my female pigeon keeps going in her “nest” and doing the crouch, making this very loud/ yelling type of coo. I call it the horny coo. I just want her to be comfortable idk what to do

[@thecrazypigeonlady8731]

My hen is doing the same - its breeding season so theyre all hormonal at the moment, it calms down in winter. Give her lots of time out the cage and attention, but not stroking the back or flanks. Shes calling for a mate so give her as much love and affection as you can.

[@chernochan5743]

Who is like me wants to have a pigeon and named it archime-

[@chris5942]

That poor bird has to be sea sick by the time you were done talking with your hands. lol

[@yeahsomeoneM]

Pigeons are the animals that make me happy. Literally and i'm not allowed to have one anymore since years 🕴⚰

[@trainwreck2070]

But they keep doing poo ,But nice birds 🕊

[@OrdinaryDoommarine]

archimedes? bruh

[@zaheerminhaslahorepakistan2491]

This is not the correct way of holding pigeon. You put two finger under the legs for firm grip. Many breeds f pugrons are not gentle and can fly away . Not agreed

[@ahxd951]

I have 2 5 weeks old pigeons since 5 days and they hate me...I was just trying to put them in their house at night but they bit me and "screached" as if I was a monster trying to eat them 🥲 the female one wont even let me pet her breast

[@thecrazypigeonlady8731]

Baby pigeons make a squeaking/squealing until theyre about 3 months old so thats not abnormal. The 'biting' is unlikely to be fear, they probably are begging to be fed which they will do all the time, this is normal behaviour! Please check out my baby pigeon development playlist to see Spencer, a baby feral pigeon, he behaved the same. He screeched and bit me all the time but was still tame. Young pigeons often go through a teenage phase where they bite or fight you - dont lose heart!

[@ahxd951]

Oh thanks, after watching this video I felt better and sort of understood them but I will watch that other playlist, too! Thanks! 😄

[@lorelley1]

Ilove you, i love how smart and beautiful you are. Your way of talking, your smooth feminine voice and your overall very sweet feminine presence is a delight everytime. I have a crush on you (i'm a woman).Your way of caring and care giving is so inspiring.... Much LOVE!

[@christofthedead]

Where does the assumption about pigeons being monogomous come from & why is it constantly parroted despite research showing otherwise?

[@thecrazypigeonlady8731]

Monogamy is the species standard for the wild rock dove and indeed all other pigeons and doves however domesticated pigeons kept in captivity do alter their behaviour and are a lot more flexible about their mate preference and marital arrangements. Ill talk about this in the episode on nesting and breeding coming up!

[@christofthedead]

@@thecrazypigeonlady8731 From the small amount of research I have done, I can only find scientific claims of pigeons being "socially monogomous" (which translates to the equivilent of human polyamory - a stark contrast to monogamy). I have only owned pigeons for a few months now, but both of my pairs have swapped partners already, and one of the males has also started breeding with one of his children. I feel like using the word "monogamous" when dealing with domesticated pigeons is fairly misleading. Are you still planning on doing an episode on nesting & breeding?

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@@christofthedead yes I do still plan on doing one on nesting and breeding for my pets series and Ill definitely talk about unconventional marital habits of domestic pigeons!