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Title: Falcon solves problems with pigeons at railway station (UK) Post by: Donna on 16-Dec-09, 11:10:55 PM Keighley Railway Station
8:40am Wednesday 16th December 2009 A winged avenger has solved a long-running pigeon problem at Keighley railway station. The flying pests are being slaughtered by a peregrine falcon that has taken up residence nearby. The Keighley and Worth Valley Railway has been plagued by pigeons for many years. A spokesman said: “Despite our best efforts they have roosted and bred under the station bridge. “They cause a serious nuisance with droppings and debris on tracks, rolling stock, staff and passengers.” The spokesman said the law did not allow railway volunteers to shoot or poison birds. He said: “A peregrine falcon has decided they make a wonderful supply of free lunches. “Station staff have noticed an increase in feathers where the peregrine has swooped and eaten its prey.” Title: Re: Falcon solves problems with pigeons at railway station (UK) Post by: jeanne on 17-Dec-09, 10:12:59 AM :)
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