Hunting birds which have no owner

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Q 5: Lots of pigeons come into our house and we do not know their owner. Their numbers quickly increase, causing us dirt and disturbance inside the house. Is it permissible for us to hunt and eat them or even to keep them in cages?

A: You are permitted to keep your house clean and safe from pigeons by repelling them, making it an unsuitable place for their stay, and not providing them with food. By doing this, your house would be clean. Regarding hunting them or keeping them in cages, this is not permissible except with the permission of their owner.May Allah grant us success. May peace and blessings be upon our Prophet Muhammad, his family, and Companions.