A recent report from Plaça Catalunya highlighted the scale of the issue. Reporter Olma Giró from the show Tot es mou experienced firsthand the overwhelming presence of these birds while interviewing a local resident who feeds them daily.
“"I have a great relationship with the pigeons and I like to come every day I'm free to feed them."
Beyond the nuisance, the high concentration of pigeons poses a threat to the city's infrastructure due to the corrosive nature of their waste. Authorities are monitoring the situation as it impacts both public hygiene and the preservation of historic buildings.
During the broadcast on March 19, 2026, it was noted that while pigeons are highly intelligent animals capable of recognizing the alphabet, their current numbers in Barcelona have become unsustainable for urban life.
