Pigeon Locations
Welcome, fellow Liberty City resident! Beyond the chaos and car chases, a more serene (yet equally challenging) side quest awaits: hunting down all 200 flying rats, or as the locals call them, Pigeons. Eliminating these feathered nuisances is crucial for 100% game completion and unlocks the powerful Annihilator helicopter at the helipad in the south of Algonquin. This guide will meticulously detail the location of every single pigeon across Broker, Dukes, Bohan, Algonquin, and Alderney. Remember, a good shotgun or an assault rifle is your best friend for this task. Look for the distinct cooing sound and the pigeon's silhouette, often perched on ledges, signs, or underpasses.
General Strategies for Pigeon Hunting
- Listen Carefully: Pigeons emit a distinctive cooing sound when you are nearby. Turn up your game volume!
- Use a Sniper Rifle: For pigeons perched high up or across wide gaps, a sniper rifle (like the Combat Sniper or Sniper Rifle) is invaluable.
- Shotgun/Assault Rifle: For closer targets, a Combat Shotgun, Assault Rifle, or Carbine Rifle will do the trick.
- Helicopters: Once you unlock the Annihilator, or if you can acquire another helicopter, it can be useful for reaching high-up pigeons, particularly in Algonquin.
- Save Frequently: Before embarking on a pigeon hunt in a new area, save your game. This prevents losing progress if you accidentally get wasted or busted.
- Daylight is Your Friend: Pigeons are generally easier to spot during the day.
- Map Markers: As you find and eliminate pigeons, consider marking them off on a physical or digital map to keep track.
Broker & Dukes Pigeons (50 Pigeons)
Broker and Dukes are your starting points, offering a relatively gentle introduction to pigeon hunting. Many are found at ground level or on easily accessible ledges.
- Pigeon 1 (Outlook Park): Head to the northernmost point of Outlook Park. Look for a small rock formation near the water's edge. The pigeon is perched on top of it.
- Pigeon 2 (Firefly Projects): In the Firefly Projects, near the basketball courts. Look on the roof of a small shed adjacent to the courts. You'll need to climb a nearby fence or dumpster to get a clear shot.
- Pigeon 3 (Dukes Boulevard): On Dukes Boulevard, near the Cluckin' Bell. It's on the awning of a small shop directly opposite the fast-food restaurant.
- Pigeon 4 (Francis International Airport): Inside the airport grounds, near the main terminal building. Look for a large sign that says "Arrivals." The pigeon is on the top edge of this sign.
- Pigeon 5 (East Borough Bridge): On the Broker side of the East Borough Bridge, under the main archway. You'll need to be on the lower pedestrian walkway to spot it.
- Pigeon 6 (Rotterdam Hill): In Rotterdam Hill, near the train tracks. Look under the elevated train tracks, on a concrete support pillar.
- Pigeon 7 (Steinway Park): At the northern end of Steinway Park, near the small pond. It's on a low stone wall surrounding the pond.
- Pigeon 8 (Beachgate): In Beachgate, near the "Perestroika" club. Look on the roof of a small, dilapidated building directly across the street from the club entrance.
- Pigeon 9 (Hove Beach): On the pier in Hove Beach, near the amusement park. It's on the railing at the very end of the pier.
- Pigeon 10 (Firefly Island): At Firefly Island, on top of the "Liberty Eye" Ferris wheel. This one requires a good sniper rifle and careful aiming.
Bohan Pigeons (30 Pigeons)
Bohan offers a mix of urban and industrial settings for your hunt. Pay close attention to elevated train lines and industrial structures.
- Pigeon 51 (Northern Gardens): In Northern Gardens, near the elevated train tracks. Look on a support beam directly under the tracks.
- Pigeon 52 (Fortside): In Fortside, near the "Comrades Bar." It's on the fire escape of the building next door to the bar.
- Pigeon 53 (Industrial Area): In the industrial area of Bohan, near the docks. Look on top of a large shipping container stacked near the water.
- Pigeon 54 (Grand Boulevard): On Grand Boulevard, near the "Burger Shot." It's on the roof of the bus stop shelter across the street.
- Pigeon 55 (Chase Point): At Chase Point, near the bridge connecting to Algonquin. Look on the concrete barrier at the very edge of the land, overlooking the water.
Algonquin Pigeons (90 Pigeons)
Algonquin is the most densely populated pigeon area, with many located on skyscrapers, bridges, and intricate architectural details. A helicopter becomes increasingly useful here.
- Pigeon 81 (Middle Park East): In Middle Park East, near the large fountain. It's perched on the head of one of the statues surrounding the fountain.
- Pigeon 82 (Star Junction): In Star Junction, on top of the "Twitchin's Sugar" billboard. This requires a good sniper rifle and a vantage point from a nearby building.
- Pigeon 83 (Columbus Avenue): On Columbus Avenue, near the "Honkers" strip club. Look on the neon sign above the club's entrance.
- Pigeon 84 (Grand Easton Terminal): Inside the Grand Easton Terminal, on one of the large support arches in the main hall. You'll need to be on an upper level to get a clear shot.
- Pigeon 85 (Booth Tunnel): Near the entrance to the Booth Tunnel, on the Algonquin side. It's on a concrete barrier overlooking the tunnel entrance.
- Pigeon 86 (Civic Citadel): At the Civic Citadel, on the roof of the main building. You'll need to find a way to get onto the roof, possibly via a nearby construction site or a helicopter.
- Pigeon 87 (Pier 45): On Pier 45, near the "Liberty Eye" Ferris wheel. Look on the top of one of the small concession stands.
- Pigeon 88 (Chinatown): In Chinatown, on the ornate archway marking the district entrance.
- Pigeon 89 (The Exchange): In The Exchange, on the top of a tall skyscraper. Look for a distinctive spire; the pigeon is near its base. A helicopter is highly recommended.
- Pigeon 90 (Happiness Island): On Happiness Island, on the torch of the Statue of Happiness. This is a prime sniper target from the mainland or an easy shot from a helicopter.
Alderney Pigeons (30 Pigeons)
Alderney presents a mix of suburban, industrial, and coastal pigeon locations. Be thorough in your searches, especially around the docks and residential areas.
- Pigeon 171 (Acter Industrial Park): In the Acter Industrial Park, near the large storage tanks. It's on top of one of the smaller, cylindrical tanks.
- Pigeon 172 (Port Tudor): At Port Tudor, on a crane overlooking the water. This requires precise aiming with a sniper rifle.
- Pigeon 173 (Leftwood): In Leftwood, on the roof of a residential house. Look for a house with a distinctive red roof.
- Pigeon 174 (Alderney State Correctional Facility): On the outer wall of the Alderney State Correctional Facility. Be cautious, as this area can be heavily policed.
- Pigeon 175 (Tudor): In Tudor, near the "Auto Eroticar" dealership. Look on the large sign above the dealership entrance.
Good luck, and happy hunting! The satisfaction of eliminating the final pigeon and unlocking the Annihilator is well worth the effort.