METRO NEWS At least 655 pigeons shot and killed across London Tube stations in organised cullings

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Why it worked

The video likely performed well due to its shocking and unusual subject matter, combined with the use of a prominent news brand and a relatable, everyday setting (the London Underground).

Summary

The video shows pigeons in what appears to be a London Underground station, with on-screen text stating that at least 655 pigeons have been shot and killed as part of organized culls by Transport for London. It also shows a London Underground train at a platform.

Structure

1Pigeons gathered
2News graphic about pigeon culling
3London Underground train at station

On-screen text

METRO NEWS At least 655 pigeons shot and killed across London Tube stations in organised cullings

Original caption

At least 655 pigeons have been shot and killed as part of regular shootings organised by Transport for London. At least 123 shoots have been carried out between March 2024 and March 2026 to rid stations of birds nesting on ledges and becoming trapped behind netting. #pigeons #TFL #London