In Kathmandu, when the falcon’s away, pigeons come out to play. And poop

KATHMANDU —They can be seen nesting in tight spaces between buildings, on window panes and rooftops across Kathmandu. Common pigeons (Columba livia) were once a beloved site in this city, flocking to religious and tourist sites where people would buy special grains to feed them. Now, though, residents say the birds have turned into a … Continue reading In Kathmandu, when the falcon’s away, pigeons come out to play. And poop