Piacentino White and Mr. Chittu

Piacentio white pigeon on neighbor's balcony
and Mr. Chittu, our odd-eye colored house cat, looking up wistfully.

Pigeon keeping as a hobby has waned in its popularity in Pakistan over the years, although it is still practiced by many enthusiasts at places. One such fancier resides in our neighborhood and his prized pigeons sometimes visit our house. 

I spotted this bird with peculiar eyes and searched the internet. It was a Piacentino White (peeaa chen te no), a breed from northern Italy that dates back to the 19th century. The bird remained posed majestically on the balcony for some time and then safely flew away.