02/03/2026
OUR FIRST FUNDRAISING EVENT IS LIVE…
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⭐️ NAME THE FRIENDLY PIGEON ⭐️
Nicknamed ‘Friendly Pigeon’ by our volunteers, this Feral Pigeon walked into someone’s house and didn’t want to leave. He has clearly had a home before but sadly, it could not be traced.
He is extremely affectionate; always at our heels or standing on our heads: dancing and strutting.
Now he needs a proper name, and we would love you to enter your suggestions.
TO ENTER:
Comment your chosen name below ⬇️ and
donate £2 by texting PIGEON to 70085.
(Text charged at £2 plus your standard network charge).
You can also donate via Bank Transfer:
Account Name: Hilary Harry and Friends Wildlife Rescue
Sort Code: 01-08-99
Account No: 57779007
Reference: Pigeon £2
Friendly Pigeon will be picking his new name out in a video next Monday, so stay tuned!
ℹ️ Pigeon facts… ℹ️ℹ️ℹ️ℹ️ℹ️ℹ️ℹ️ℹ️
We have two types of pigeon in the UK, the Wood pigeon and the Feral Pigeon.
🐦 Often overlooked and misunderstood, urban (feral) pigeons are actually descendants of wild doves and belong to the same bird family.
🌱Pigeons are highly social birds, usually seen in pairs or gathering in loose flocks. They feed on seeds, buds, berries and small invertebrates, but will also make use of food scraps they find on the ground — showing just how adaptable they are.
🐦 💞 🐦 One of the most heart-warming facts about pigeons is that they mate for life and stay together all year round. Their pair bonds are strong and loyal.
🪞 Despite being labelled as pests, pigeons are incredibly intelligent creatures. They can recognise themselves in reflections — a rare ability in the animal world — proving they are far more complex than many people realise.
🥇 During WW1 and WW11, pigeons carried vital military messages and many were awarded for their services to saving countless human lives. 🇬🇧