Hong Kong’s feral pigeon numbers have dipped by about 11% in popular hangout spots since the city tightened rules against feeding them. Officials say there were around 12,090 pigeons counted early this year, down from 13,520 just a few months before. They’re also rolling out AI-powered patrol robots to crack down on people still tossing snacks to the birds.

Editor’s Note: Pigeons are a classic city-dweller headache—messy, noisy, and sometimes a health concern. Hong Kong’s feeding ban seems to be making a dent, but it’s not just about shooing birds away. The use of AI enforcement hints at how cities are getting creative (and maybe a little sci-fi) with solving old problems. Whether you love or hate pigeons, it’s a test case for balancing urban life with nature.