During a recent appearance on the popular talk show hosted by Conan O’Brien, former professional boxer Mike Tyson revealed some intriguing insights about himself, courtesy of an unexpected source – pigeons. Known for his love of the birds, Tyson shared that he has over a hundred pigeons but was coy about the exact number, jokingly stating that he didn’t want his property manager finding out. According to Tyson, pigeons are not the symbols of peace that people often associate them with, but rather, they exhibit traits that are surprisingly human-like.
When asked about what he has learned from his feathered friends, Tyson responded, “They’re just like people.” He went on to explain that pigeons are not always faithful, often cheating on their partners and even engaging in the occasional scuffle. Tyson humorously remarked that pigeons can be just as bad as humans, but clarified that they aren’t as bad as we are. They simply possess characteristics that mirror our own.
Tyson also praised the intelligence of pigeons, highlighting their remarkable navigational abilities. While humans struggle to find their way around the corner, pigeons can effortlessly make their way home from thousands of miles away. Tyson described how pigeons can complete long flights without stopping for breaks or detours, making their journey appear almost effortless. He admitted that he had once assumed pigeons couldn’t see at night, only to discover that they can navigate and fly even in the darkest hours.
The conversation turned to Tyson’s role as a caretaker for his pigeons, and he confessed that his affection for them often hindered his success in pigeon competitions. He admitted, “I love the birds more than I learn from them or anything else.” His attachment to certain pigeons that didn’t excel in competitions made it difficult for him to let them go. Tyson’s love for the birds outweighed their competitive worth, leading him to keep birds that had no practical value other than being visually appealing.
Although our knowledge of the pigeon world might be limited, Mike Tyson‘s passion for these feathered creatures shed light on their complex nature and surprising similarities to human behavior. So next time you spot a pigeon on the street, remember that beneath their seemingly ordinary appearance lies a world of intrigue and intelligence that we can certainly learn from.
