Who is at fault, we or the bird?
My daughter asked in exasperation, “Mom, how do I get rid of the pigeon’s nest outside my bedroom? There are always eggs or grey lumpy squabs and piled-up droppings.” Her initial fascination and posting in our family WhatsApp group pictures of the pigeons’ progress has turned into frustration. She worried whether her child’s wheezing was triggered by the birds’ droppings.
Much as she wanted to get rid of the nest, it was never empty! Eggs would be laid as soon as one set of fledglings leaves. My explanation about the pigeons’ adaptation to coexist with human beings and frequent procreation when food is in abundance did not address her concern. I told her to keep a close watch and get the nest removed as soon as the last chick leaves and block the cosy gap between the AC unit and the wall. I pepped her up with a happy emoji.
