When the squab hatch; make a note of the date and it will be time to put an identification band on between day 5 and 8. All that is needed is a round toothpick and some racing pigeon bands available from Foy’s Pigeon Supplies.

Next, slip the band over the front three toes as far as it will go exposing the fourth toe joint.

Now, insert the toothpick into the fourth toe joint and pry it out of the band.

And now you have a banded pigeon, be sure to keep an eye on the band for a day or two to make sure it doesn’t get removed in the nest.