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15 Animal Detectives Who Helped Crack Major Cases

Pigeon Tracks Down Missing Documents


Feathered Finder
In 2014, a homing pigeon in India became a detective’s best friend by recovering stolen documents crucial to a court case. Trained to deliver messages, this pigeon tracked down the thief’s hideout like a feathery private eye. The pigeon’s route led investigators to the location where the documents were stashed, resulting in their recovery and the suspect’s arrest. Who knew that a bird could be such a keen sleuth?

Navigational Genius
Homing pigeons have an incredible ability to navigate and return to specific locations, and this case showed how those skills could be harnessed for investigative purposes. The pigeon’s homing instincts provided a unique solution to a complex problem, showcasing the innovative use of animal abilities in law enforcement. It turns out that when it comes to finding your way, pigeons really do know the route better than anyone.

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