Fancy pigeon
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Fancy pigeon refers to any breed of domestic pigeon, which is a domesticated form of the wild rock dove. They are bred by pigeon fanciers for various traits relating to size, shape, color, and behavio
Pigeon breeds on display (1864)
A Fantail attempting to make itself appear larger
An Archangel pigeon at an exhibition
Danish Suabian
Rock dove
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The rock dove, also known as the common pigeon or rock pigeon, is a member of the bird family Columbidae. In common usage, it is often simply referred to as the "pigeon", although the rock dove is the
Fancy pigeon
…Fancy pigeon refers to any breed of domestic pigeon, which is a domesticated form of the wild rock dove (Columba livia). They are bred by pigeon fanciers for various traits relating to size, shape, color, and behavior, and often exhibited at pigeon shows…
Columba livia, Duncansby Head, Caithness, Scotland 1
C. l. neglecta, Raikot, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan
A flock of C. l. gaddi in West Azerbaijan Province, Iran, showing their petrophillic nature
The iridescence wraps around the entire neck.