16-year-old hawk Rufus and 4-year-old Labrador Retriever Flo are Wimbledon's pigeon-deterrent working animals with 20 years of experience.
16-year-old hawk Rufus and 4-year-old Labrador Retriever Flo are Wimbledon's unassuming yet crucial working animals, with a combined 20 years of experience at the tennis championship. Popular with players and fans, the pair ensure public safety and keep the grounds free from pigeons during the two-week tournament. Rufus, with over 5,000 Instagram followers, is known as "Chief Pigeon Deterrent" at Wimbledon.
July 13, 2024
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