Vancouver - 03 Feb 14 - Pigeon - Rats of the Sky
Pigeons in Vancouver BC have become an increasing problem for many residents. The city enacted a bylaw controlling their control and since it is difficult for pest companies to eradicate the pest and they have exploded in population.
Yes, many of us love pigeons because they are associated with love, peace, family, dedication, stability, faithfulness …but to be honest, mostly we would like to see them far away from our balconies, roofs and houses.
Most city pigeons are descended from cultivated pigeons that became wild. They breed frequently, multiplying at a rapid rate, and have become a substantial problem for the people they live beside. When they were in captivity and bred for profit, their fast reproduction was an advantage. But when they started to breed as free agents they became a nuisance.
Did You Know?
Pigeon fact: Droppings cause vegetation to decay, leading to order problems.
Pigeon fact: Pigeons are not migratory.
Pigeon fact: One pigeon can deposit over 11 kilograms of droppings per year.
Pigeon fact: Pigeon nests can cause fires on electrical signs.
Wherever there are people, there are pigeons. They are descended from rock doves, which were originally domesticated for food and pets. Released birds are the forebears of today’s pigeon infestations, which plague cities across the globe. And because they have no natural enemies, pigeons have become the number one avian pest by far. The following are some more pigeon facts for Vancouver homeowners:
Habitat
Everywhere people are found. Pigeons are especially numerous in urban areas and can be found in public parks as well as more industrialized, developed spaces. They nest in areas that protect them from the elements such as lofts, attics, and under architectural ornamentation.
Breeding
Pigeons are monogamous and will lay one to two eggs, which hatch in about 18 days. They reproduce year-round with the young leaving the nest after four to six weeks, during which time more eggs are laid.
Food and Feeding
They will eat just about anything!
Morphology and Lifestyle
Length: 27 centimeters on average
Weight: 370 grams on average
Calls: Coos, moans and grunts
Lifespan: 3 – 4 years
Vancouver - 03 Feb 14 - Pigeon - Rats of the Sky
Pigeons in Vancouver BC have become an increasing problem for many residents. The city enacted a bylaw controlling their control and since it is difficult for pest companies to eradicate the pest and they have exploded in population.
Yes, many of us love pigeons because they are associated with love, peace, family, dedication, stability, faithfulness …but to be honest, mostly we would like to see them far away from our balconies, roofs and houses.
Most city pigeons are descended from cultivated pigeons that became wild. They breed frequently, multiplying at a rapid rate, and have become a substantial problem for the people they live beside. When they were in captivity and bred for profit, their fast reproduction was an advantage. But when they started to breed as free agents they became a nuisance.
Did You Know?
Pigeon fact: Droppings cause vegetation to decay, leading to order problems.
Pigeon fact: Pigeons are not migratory.
Pigeon fact: One pigeon can deposit over 11 kilograms of droppings per year.
Pigeon fact: Pigeon nests can cause fires on electrical signs.
Wherever there are people, there are pigeons. They are descended from rock doves, which were originally domesticated for food and pets. Released birds are the forebears of today’s pigeon infestations, which plague cities across the globe. And because they have no natural enemies, pigeons have become the number one avian pest by far. The following are some more pigeon facts for Vancouver homeowners:
Habitat
Everywhere people are found. Pigeons are especially numerous in urban areas and can be found in public parks as well as more industrialized, developed spaces. They nest in areas that protect them from the elements such as lofts, attics, and under architectural ornamentation.
Breeding
Pigeons are monogamous and will lay one to two eggs, which hatch in about 18 days. They reproduce year-round with the young leaving the nest after four to six weeks, during which time more eggs are laid.
Food and Feeding
They will eat just about anything!
Morphology and Lifestyle
Length: 27 centimeters on average
Weight: 370 grams on average
Calls: Coos, moans and grunts
Lifespan: 3 – 4 years