Wild pigeons: The fascinating art of survival in large cities!

Wild pigeons: The fascinating art of survival in large cities!

Laimgrubengasse 10, 1060 Wien, Österreich - pigeons determine the cityscape - both in London and in New York City. These unusual birds have adapted perfectly to life in modern metropolises and represent the central theme of the new ORF production "Grand City Glatter-Weltenbummler Taube", which will be broadcast on ORF 2 on March 25, 2025 at 8:15 p.m. In the film, created by the talented filmmakers Jackie Savery and Nigel Pope, the exciting life of the city pigeons, including the one is our little hero Nelson, who lives in London. As ots.at explored Nelson. the city and overcomes challenges such as aggressive seagulls and nimble hiking falcons.

in New York, one of the most hectic cities in the world, the pigeons seem to be completely adapted to the noises and the hustle and bustle of Times Square. They navigate smoothly through crowds and find hunger rest even at hot dog stands as soon as there is an opportunity. This flexible insertion is impressive because pigeons have the extraordinary ability to feed their offspring from fast food, whereupon they even produce special “milk”. She has made her success story a user and provider of niches in this urban backdrop. However, the public image of the city pigeon has changed in recent decades. Where it was once worshiped as a symbol of peace, today it is considered the “rat of the air”, which is reinforced by bird bans and birds of prey, as is also reported on vogelforen.de is.

special challenges

The acceptance of the pigeon is associated with challenges. When returning an injured ringley, which was supervised by a wild bird sanctuary, it turns out that the return to freedom is not always smooth. Several attempts were necessary to bring the pigeon to a suitable environment. These challenges are not only important for the pigeons, but also for the people who take care of them. Another interesting aspect is the social behavior of these birds: they often live in stable groups. The connection between humans and pigeons is impressive in this film and illustrates the admiration that these animals earn for their adaptability.

The ORF documentation will not only show the life of the deaf companions in an urban environment, but also their resilience and the challenges they encounter. The audience can look forward to an exciting journey to these fascinating creatures that are interwoven deep in the tissue of our cities.