Hi
There is a puffy pigeon sitting in my garden and it looks sick. Does anyone know what could be wrong with it or what I can do to help?
jane
Cin J
Hi Jane,
That's a juvenile Wood Pigeon. Check www.helpwildlife.co.uk and see if there is a pigeon friendly rescue near to you. I would advise against taking it to a vet. If the bird lets you pick it up then it certainly is poorly (the photo suggests it is unwell). Keep it in a lidded box, preferably with a piece of cloth or towel at the bottom to give the bird something to cling to and also to offer insulation. A dish of water would help too. Keeping the bird warm and hydrated is key.
Good luck
Unicum arbustum haud alit duos erithacos
(One bush does not shelter two Robins)
Zenodotus (3rd Century B.C.)
If you e-mail advice@helpwildlife.co.uk they will talk you through what you can do for this pidge