Nature is rough, and those birds of prey need to eat as well. That homing pigeon wasn't nearly fast enough to escape the speed of a falcon that much is for sure. But, I'm sure it made a good meal for the hunter. That must be one of the risks of being in the pigeon racing business, loss of birds must happen frequently. I guess once you have a champion you keep it safe and don't race it after that, and use them only for breeding.

Hopefully the vet can notify the owner and deliver the bands so they know the fate of the bird. But it did leave you some yardwork to clean up and a run to the vets office...

Glad to hear the squirrels are back with they young ones. They will be around most days I would imagine waiting for that free food! What a shame that the injured one hasn't reappeared, that's not usually a good sign. Enjoy those young squirrels and doves, it must be great entertainment in addition to photo opportunities!

I hope the weather doesn't cool down too fast!