JERICHO ECHO ARTICLE

Watch out for hawks

Persecuting pigeons

September 2008

Jericho's portly pigeons are getting out of hand. They are attracted by people feeding them - which also encourages them to breed. Some older residents find it difficult to use their garden or balcony because of pigeon droppings particularly in Whitworth Place. The Council housing manager has arranged for hawks to frighten away the pigeons. So you may see some unusual birds overhead.

This article appeared in Jericho Echo No 65, Sep 2008.