On Wednesday, animal rights activists gathered at the High Line in Manhattan to protest against pigeon poaching trends highlighted by recent reports. Their demonstration followed the arrest of Dwayne Daley, who was found with caged pigeons, indicating a larger issue of illegal poaching in New York. Activists expressed concerns over the declining pigeon population, with reports of a significant drop in flocks. Experts suggest a sophisticated network taking these birds to be used as hunting targets in Pennsylvania, and they urge local prosecutors to address these animal abuse issues more seriously.
Police say 67-year-old Dwayne Daley of Bushkill, PA, was also found to have had a van on site containing some 25 caged pigeons.
I think this is a relatively sophisticated ring of guys that are bringing these animals to Pennsylvania, anthropologist John Di Leonardo alleged at the May 7 rally.
The slew of animal rights groups, who had been sounding an alarm on the illegal practice, say they feel vindicated following amNewYork's reporting, and praised the New Yorker who dialed 911.
Several New Yorkers who care for and feed the birds say they have seen a large decrease in their flocks.
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