Meet "Newton" my found homing pigeon-pic

[chickensioux]

Since the owner didn't want him/her.....
This is "Newton" (English for-new life). He will be loved, cared for and live a long and peaceful life here with me.

 

[mahsmaj]

It's beautiful! I've always thought that pigeons were so ellagant but simple little creatures. And yours proves that to me!

 

[Mary Of Exeter]

Aww, Newton is beautiful! Looks very comfy with you!

 

[deerman]

Color is a red bar. Will make you a nice pet

 

[ranchhand]

Beautiful bird, and good on you for the rescue! You DO realize that this is only the beginning?

 

[chickensioux]

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Oh no.....I've already had bad thoughts. He is such a sweet bird. I was hoping that pigeons weren't as addictive as chickens or ducks but I guess I'm in trouble, huh?

 

[chinbunny]

Get him a hen and show them.

 

[deerman]

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Get her a mate, looks like a hen or young bird. Looks like its still a little stress also, its hard to sex by pics. You will know when she lays or he start coo ing alot

 

[Mary Of Exeter]

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Get her a mate, looks like a hen or young bird. Looks like its still a little stress also, its hard to sex by pics. You will know when she lays or he start coo ing alot

I agree, it does look a bit stressed, but then again it has been through a lot. Should recover from that in a few days.
To me, it appears to be a cockbird. Also looks like a yearling (the band should say 2009). Either way, by this age you should be able to get a pretty accurate guess by vent sexing. When you hold the bird, feel the pelvic bones at the vent. If there is a space and/or the two bones are very flexible, then it is a hen. If they are very close/touching and won't budge (well, don't press down hard, you can just gently put your finger between the bones to see), it is a cock.

 

[chickensioux]

Oh thanks, I will try that. I have heard a couple of coos as well, does that mean male? He's very calm and eats plenty, what are you seeing that says stress? I need to learn these things. How can I already love him so much....he's just awesome.