The bacteria, fungi and other pathogens in pigeon excrement can cause allergies and serious illnesses – for example in the lungs and gastrointestinal tract. Silas Stein/dpa A bird dropping on the ...

Small bird sitting on someone's front porch - Devilino/Shutterstock A lazy afternoon on the patio can quickly turn sour when you notice an unsightly splatter right in the middle of your favorite ...

Pigeon droppings may seem harmless, but repeated exposure can trigger serious lung conditions like hypersensitivity pneumonitis that may lead to lung fibrosis.

Tired of pigeons making your balcony their home? Simple tricks can help you keep them away without harming them.