The article discusses the challenges faced by city pigeons in urban environments, particularly relating to their feet. Issues include burns from hot surfaces, injuries from vehicles, and diseases like bumblefoot. Unlike rats, pigeons are not classified as vermin and enjoy some legal protections, especially if they are banded. This highlights a contrast in the treatment of birds and rodents in cities, illustrating the complexity of urban wildlife management and offering insight into the broader empathy for animals in challenging environments.
City pigeons face numerous foot-related issues, from burns on hot surfaces to bacterial infections like bumblefoot, highlighting their struggle to navigate urban environments barefoot.
Street pigeons are not classified as vermin like rats; thus, they have legal protections, especially if they belong to someone and have identifying bands on their legs.
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