rescued pigeon

[xke4]

Rescued this pigeon this evening. No band but very tame. Can anyone tell me if he is a specific breed ( and therefore perhaps someone's pet)?

 

[larrylofts]

BIRD LOOKS SICK HAVE YOU FED AND GIVEN IT WATER ALSO LOOKING AT THE PIC DOES IT HAVE TAIL FEATHERS ? IT IS A ASH RED BAR COLORED BIRD MAYBE HOMER OR FERAL PIGEON SICK HURT OR YOUNG LOST AND HUNGRY AND THIRSTY

 

[Lofty Dreams]

"
htmlFRACTURES

A pigeon limping or favouring a leg which may be twisted out of shape should be taken to a wildlife centre or vet who can Xray and set it. If this is impossible one can use the diagram below as a guide. Fractures in the upper part of the leg are best seen by an expert. ​

Extend the leg and wrap it in wadding to protect the skin from pressure. Cut a straw to a length that is shorter than the wadding so the sharp ends do not cut the skin. Slit the straw lengthwise, fit it over the wadding then cover with adhesive bandage. Leave in place for 2-3 weeks, longer if necessary.
Birds bones are hollow and very frail. Fractures near joints do not mend well, and compound or multiple fractures need experienced attention. "

WEAK LEGS
Bird cannot stand on legs, they are not broken but are weak- if you pinch the toe and the bird can still pull back a little it is usually not broken, just unable to support the bird. This can be caused by a virus, (most common in doves), a bacterial infection, environmental poison, contamination or inadequate nutrition- especially in a young bird. Often adolescents are affected because their immune system is not developed enough to fight off the virus. Doves and pigeons most commonly affected, but can happen to other species too.

Supportive Treatment:
1. Baytril 2x per day for 14 days.
2. Good nutrition- handfeed formula as the bird will be dehydrated and usually skinny.
3. Add vitamins/minerals (one drop of baby vitamin liquid, like Poly Vi Sol) once or twice per day, or other good bird vitamin supplement and can give extra calcium.
4. Support between rolled towels so bird is upright and less stressed.
5. Check butt frequently and keep raised so bird does not develop skin infection from sitting in poop. Change paper towels frequently.
6. Worm the bird! (strongid and droncit).


http://www.pigeoncote.com/vet/recovery/recovery.htm#FRACTURES

 

[xke4]

Don't think he is sick. Eating and drinking normally. Droppings look okay. Think he was maybe a window strike and is a bit stunned or had a soft bounce off a car. Going to try him in a flight cage tomorrow. Such a beautiful bird!

 

[jak2002003]

He is lovely.

Give him plenty of water and food to give him more energy. You can add some of you chicken food as he will like that.

His shape and colouring look like he could be a feral pigeon. Usually pigeon owners will ring their birds. It does not make any difference as even a feral pigeon will make a great tame pet.

If you want to keep him then I would recommend you treat for parasites, as feral birds often have many.

 

[sansert]

Wild pigeon. You can tell by the eyes and other features. Definitely not a homer. Hope he gets better and gets back to living his life

 

[cmgn9712]

Contrary to your humble opinion, it is in fact a racing homer. You cannot tell by looking at the eyes. You should be more careful about posting incorrect information.

 

[FireTigeris]

I've never seen a feral pigeon look like that one, he has beautiful coloration that wold be lost in the first cross to a common wild type pigeon. His nasle tufts make me wonder what length beak he has.

He also has no visible orbital ring around his eye, so maybe she? is he cooing?

Check here-
http://www.angelfire.com/ga3/pigeongenetics/common_names1.html
http://www.giesecke-world.de/3dts-4.html

Good Luck