Pet Pigeons

Lori the pigeon keeper down the hall just sent these great photos.  This is Pauly (above) who was not featured in my earlier post.  He is a speckled beauty.  More interesting, I think, than Peggy's common appearance (below).  

 

 

 

Comments

[Lori]

Peggy and Pauly remain well. I am coming to learn that Peggy and Pauly have very different personalities. Yesterday when I got home from work, I went up to the window to say hi to Peggy. She was very overprotective and was pecking the window with her beak until I walked away. At around 5:50pm, Pauly flew up and Peggy flew away. Pauly seems to be much more comfortable with my presence.

[Frank]

Now Lori, seeing you as the nest destroying intruder, I think I would describe Peggy's behavior as merely protective, rather than overly so. Those eggs must be moments away from hatching, don't you think?

[Michele Kelly]

No idea that Pauly would sit on the eggs too. Do pigeons mate for life like many other birds?

[Kim]

Hi Frank,

I'm afraid this might be a case of utter "Columba-ism", as Peggy looks quite fetching with her emerald neckerchief on:-).

Warm regards...

[Frank]

I thought the same thing after posting my comment. She is striking a striking pose as well. But I do think Pauly (love the name) is more unusual.

[Lori]

The time that Pauly, Peggy and I have spent together has been difficult....we are sharing a small amount of space. My window is right near my bed and next to my closet, so while I try not to intrude on their space often, sometimes i do need to be in that area of my bedroom.

I completely agree with your comment Frank ...I did try to deter them from building a nest several times before, I guess I wouldn't like me either. Better late then never, I am doing my best now to provide them with a safe environment.

The babies should be coming any day now if my calculations serve me correct.

[Frank]

I hope you know I was joking Lor. I mean that Peggy is rather stupid to rebuild her nest where it had been twice destroyed. I think by the time you and I are done with those babies they will be hand tamed. I cannot wait to name them...

[Lori]

I know you are kidding ...but really, who keeps coming back to a place they are not welcome.

I am starting to wonder when these little ones are going to join the family ...i think they are almost overdue. Might I have to induce them? j/k.

[Frank]

Ha! Let's get crackin'!!!

[Abigail]

I am in suspense for the momentous birth. Female birds are usually so ugly compared to the males...oh well!