A lost racing pigeon which crash-landed on a North Sea oil platform has been airlifted to safety.

The exhausted pigeon landed on the Clyde platform 160 miles off the coast of Aberdeen on June 1.

Pedro was taken back to the Granite City by helicopter and is being cared for at the Scottish SPCA’s rescue centre in Alloa.

Animal rescue officer Kirsty McQuade said: "Pedro crash landed on deck and Kevin managed to catch him and take him inside.

"Pedro appeared to be exhausted and extremely thin so Kevin contacted me for advice. I advised him on what to feed Pedro and he was kept safe in a box on board.

"It was fantastic that Pedro was able to ride in the helicopter with the crew who were coming back to the mainland and we would like to thank everyone for their assistance.

"Pedro is now in the care of our wildlife rescue centre where he is making a good recovery."

Source: news.stv.tv

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