How did the baby pigeon manage to fly south for the winter?

Baby pigeons, or squabs, typically do not fly south for the winter on their own. They rely on their parents for food and protection until they are fully developed and capable of flight, which usually occurs in about 4-6 weeks. Once they are mature enough, they can then join adult pigeons in migration if they are part of a migratory population. However, many urban pigeons do not migrate at all and remain in their habitats year-round.