The Feral Pigeon (Columba livia domestica) originates from the wild Rock Dove and is a widespread resident of our towns, cities and parks.
Due to the high density populations in urban areas they are often considered a nuisance but possibly no worse than a large flock of Canada Geese or the very noisy Ring-necked Parakeets!
Feral Pigeons can be found on every continent except Antarctica and their plumage has a multitude of different colours, including metallic
greens, bronzes and purples on the neck, as well as exquisite wing
patterns but the 'Blue-bar' version is almost identical to the 'pure' ancestral Rock Dove. FAB.
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Excellent portraits, Frank!
ReplyDeleteI know that they are a nuisance and cause a lot of mess in some places Frank and are normally not given a second glance but, like you say, some of their markings and colours are just stunning.
ReplyDeleteIt's always worth taking a longer look!...[;o)
Yeah! really nice portraits...
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I think they have beautiful colors, great shots and post. Thank you for sharing your post and linking up! Have a happy weekend!
ReplyDeleteSome birders wouldn't give these birds the time of day but really they are all so different in their markings and coloring, Have a lovely weekend
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ReplyDeleteBeautiful portraits of the pigeons. We have them everywhere, but I rarely take photos of them.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful colors!
ReplyDeleteThey don't get much love...except from people on benches in the park!
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I wonder how many 'full blood' Rock Doves still exist?
ReplyDeleteHope you have a good Christmas.
cheers - Stewart M - Melbourne
Beautiful photos; I love the coloration! Have a great Christmas.
ReplyDeleteVery nice shots of the pigeons!
ReplyDeleteWOW! So Lovely!
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