Overview

• The green pigeon has been regularly seen perched outside Northampton’s All Saints Church, drawing local and visiting onlookers with smartphones.
• TikTok videos have racked up millions of views, turning the striking specimen into a viral attraction and prompting users to travel for a glimpse.
• The RSPCA has issued warnings that applying dyes or paints to bird feathers can introduce toxins, disrupt waterproofing and increase predation risk.
• Specialists cited by Birdwatch Magazine largely suspect deliberate dyeing over dietary factors, though some note parallels to pigment shifts in other wild birds.
• Observers confirm the pigeon remains healthy and competes successfully for food despite its unusual coloration.