I am new to the forum.
What I don't understand with forum members is the emphasis on the quantity of pigeons shot, surely it is about a great day out, quality shots and keeping birds off crops not exterminating the whole population of pigeons?
Folk are then wondering where all the pigeons are, taking any species for granted with a belief that it will continue to regenerate no matter what are foolish.
I leave pigeons on the end of my gun, sitting and young birds, taking enough to feed my family and friends.
If everyone took this attitude there would be more about.
All species are under continued threat with reduction in habitat, pigeons no different.
Countryside management is about balance.