What are the risks of eating pigeons?
                                
                                
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                                Nearly 50% of street pigeons are likely to carry a disease that can be passed onto humans, according to the British Pest Control Association. While pigeon meat, or squab, is considered a delicacy in some cultures, the risks associated with eating feral, urban birds are substantial and should not be overlooked.