A sick or injured pigeon with no obvious signs of injury might: Sit apart from the flock looking hunched up and depressed Fluff his feathers up and, perhaps, have difficulty keeping his eyes open Stay on the ground when the flock flies off or at dusk. Walk in circles. Throw seeds in the air. Totter backwards. Have fits Have a drooping wing Use its wings to walk with (usually because its feet have become tied together) Be unable to fly     You can often catch a sick pigeon by scattering unsalted peanuts and throwing a soft coat over it when it comes near. Be patient. Sometimes you only have one chance to catch it!