Birds
Pigeon
A city bird with a head-bobbing walk.
Pigeons are birds that often live in towns and cities. Their feathers can shine green and purple in the light.
Interesting facts
- Pigeons bob their heads while walking to keep their view steady.
- Pigeons are excellent at finding their way home.
- Their neck feathers can shimmer green and purple.
- Pigeons drink by sucking water up, without tipping their heads back.
Where it lives
Cities, towns, bridges, buildings and parks.
It might be…
- Walking and bobbing its head
- Cooing
- Resting on a ledge
Why it matters
Pigeons are one of the easiest birds to watch, so they are great for learning how birds behave.
Being a good friend
- Watch from where you are — let them come and go.
- Notice its head when it walks.
- Look for shiny neck feathers.
Please don't
- Don't touch, hold or pick it up.
- Don't chase it or block its path.
- Don't take it home — its home is outside.
- Don't feed them — human food isn't good for birds.
- Don't run at a flock to make them fly.
Mission
The Head Bob
Find pigeons in a park or street, with a trusted adult.