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pigeon/rock dove

columba

Photo by Scott s
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Field Notes

Description:

Common pigeonWild Rock Doves are pale grey with two black bars on each wing, although domestic and feral pigeons are very variable in colour and pattern. There are few visible differences between males and females.[6] The species is generally monogamous, with two squeakers (young) per brood. Both parents care for the young for a time.[7]

Habitat:

Habitats include various open and semi-open environments. Cliffs and rock ledges are used for roosting and breeding in the wild. Originally found wild in Europe, North Africa, and western Asia, feral Pigeon have become established in cities around the world. The species is abundant, with an estimated population of 17 to 28 million feral and wild birds in Europe

Species ID Suggestions

Feral Pigeon

Columba livia

Comments (1)

Rock Doves, also known as Rock Pigeons, are extremely rare and the only pure bred ones left are thought to be those on isolated coasts in NW Europe. All others are now considered as Feral Pigeons. Just to confuse a little, all come under Columba livia! Yours is definitely Feral, it has the wrong colours for a pure bred.
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PublishedMarch 29, 2013

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