<p>Humans domesticated pigeons thousands of years ago. They have been cherished as pets, messengers, and food sources, and appear as holy symbols in ancient texts. Today, we curse pigeons as feral urban pests. Science writer Rosemary Mosco urges us to consider the hidden beauty of this humble bird. </p><ul><li>Guest: Rosemary Mosco, science writer and cartoonist, author of A Pocket Guide to Pigeon Watching</li></ul>

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Once revered, now reviled: how pigeons became 'pests'

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