Re: Banded Pigeon on my balcony

[This followup was posted to rec.pets.birds.pigeons and a copy was sent 
to the cited author.]

In article <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>, 
[EMAIL PROTECTED] says...
> Hi, 
> 
> I know nothing about pigeons, and am not sure what to do.
> 
> This evening, before dusk, a pigeon showed up on the railing of our
> balcony at our apartment complex, and has been sitting very still,
> staring at our glass doors.  It is full dark now, and he is still
> here.  He seems to be expecting something from us.  There are bands on
> each leg, which I assume means he belongs to someone.  Is he lost? 
> How do I find his owner?  Is he just staying for the night?  I am
> assuming I should not feed him?  When should I start worrying about
> this guy?
> 
> I am in Belleville, Michigan.  The pigeon's head and shoulders look
> pink, the rest is grey/white.
> 
> Thanks in advance.
> 
> On the plus side, this was free entertainment for my slightly bored
> housecat.  But even she has lost interest by now.
> 
Hi Erica,

Contact me directly via e-mail.  I'm in Rochester, Michigan and I can 
help you to track down the owner (if the owner can be found) via the 
seamless bands on the bird's legs.

In the meantime if you'd rather not wait, take a look at this webpage:

<http://www.pigeon.org/lostbirdinfo.htm>

Chances are quite good that the pigeon is simply lost and is regaining 
his or her strength before attempting to get home.  The bird will 
probably be gone very soon.  If not, contact me and we'll see what we 
can do to get it home.


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