ALEXANDRIA, VA – Commuters passing through Alexandria Union Station (110 Callahan Drive, across from the King Street Metro) have a new “regular” to look out for—and it’s not the morning train. Staffers at the station have nicknamed him “Gregory.”
Virginia Railway Express (VRE) recently shared on its Facebook page that a Lahore Pigeon, a domesticated “fancy” breed known for its tuxedo-style plumage and feathered feet, has taken up residence at the station. The bird, which sports a striking black-and-white pattern and an elegant feather-booted stride, has quickly become a minor celebrity among daily riders.
“He looks like he’s dressed for the opera,” laughed commuter Jennifer Morales, who spotted the pigeon while waiting for her train. “I’ve seen pigeons before, but never one with feathered feet like that.”…