Pigeons are too smart for their own good so we will be having no pigeon slander going on here thank you! Measures 3.5 inches tall total, with claw part measuring 2 inches tall. Made of cellulose acetate (eco friendly!) Product testers have said this hair clip “does not budge” and “held all day” without pulling or being too tight. High quality. High hold. High camp. Love that for you.