Pigeons beware... falcons move in to Westminster
A PAIR of peregrine falcons have taken residence in the towers and turrets of the Houses of Parliament.
The birds of prey are busily carrying out a massacre of the Westminster pigeon population and have taken ducks from the Thames.
MPs and wildlife enthusiasts are hoping they will nest and bring up chicks in the heart of London. The birds were first spotted last month flying over the historic building and feeding on its many ledges overlooking the river.
Later, security reported finding pigeon and duck remains around the precincts of the Royal Palace. Natural England has put up a nest tray where the birds roost.
If they lay eggs, a webcam will be installed so the public can watch chicks hatching and being fed.
Nigel Ellway from Natural England said: "To the peregrines, the Houses of Parliament are a high cliff with a ready supply of food."
