Pigeons culling will be expanded to another three constituencies. Is there really no way that we can help the pigeons? Is it that difficult for humans to coexist with the pigeons?
I believe we could use humane ways to manage the pigeons population and also to coexist with them. In order for this to happen, it would require a lot of effort, time and resources. It will take years to complete the process and to see the results. Anything that is not making profit, our government will not do it. They would rather uproot trees and remove a real forest and build a fake one to make profits.
I’m sad that there is nothing I can do for the pigeons who are intended to be killed. But good thing is, the pigeons are not creating unwholesome actions. Therefore, there is no negative kamma created. It calms my mind whenever I think about it. Supporting coexistence and humane ways in treating animals often benefit both humans and animals. When we care for the animals, we are also helping the people.
To do good often requires time and effort. Although I can’t stop the killing, I can always help the pigeons in need. It is always much easier to help when we’ve accepted the cause and condition, that is accepting that the pigeons would be killed!
Yes, wishing all sentient beings to be enlightened is the best way to end all killings.
Pigeon and mynah coexist in a city we call Singapore.
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