Columbidae Collection (page 4)

Charles Darwins pigeons
The original label on a pigeon specimen given to the Museum by Charles Darwin

Dodo skeleton, Raphus cucullatus
The dodo is an icon of extinction, one of the first widely acknowledged cases of a species being wiped out by humans. There are so few complete dodo skeletons that we may never know exactly what they

Pigeons - Archangels and Swifts, Fancy Breeds
A portrait of two breeds of fancy pigeon, as seen the illustration, there are two Archangels and two Swifts, also known as Egyptian Swifts

Pigeons - Three Nuns with varied colourations, Fancy Breed
A portrait of three Nuns with varied colourations standing in their pigeon coop. The Nun is a breed of fancy pigeon, also known as the Dutch Shell Pigeon

Pigeons - Shield, Hyacinth, Suarbian, German Toy Breeds
A portrait of three varieties of pigeon from the German Toy breed. The illustrations of the Shield, Hyacinth and Suabian show their unique features

Pigeons - Burmese or Florentine, Starling and Spot Fairy
A portrait illustration showing three breeds of pigeon. At the top of the illustration is a Burmese pigeon, now commonly known as a Florentine

Pigeons - Black Capuchins and Damascenes
An illustration showing two Black Capuchins, also known as Syrian Wammentauben Beirut pigeons, and two Damascenes in an outdoor scenery

Pigeons - A portrait of four Homing Pigeons
The pictured Racing Homing Pigeons were the property of J. Oliver Esq. of Bexhill, and were trained by The Brighton and County of Sussex Society

Pigeons - Short and Long-Faced Antwerps, Fancy Breed
A portrait of two Short-Faced and two Long-Faced Antwerps which are a breed of fancy pigeon. The illustration presents their distinctive colouration and markings

Pigeons - Show and Flying Antwerps, Fancy Breed
A portrait of two Show Antwerps, and two Flying Antwerps which are breed of fancy pigeon. The illustration shows the short-faced features of the show antwerp

Pigeons - Red and Yellow Barbs, Fancy Breed
A portrait of a Red and Yellow Barb pictured inside their coop. The Barb is a breed of fancy pigeon developed over many years of selective breeding

Pigeons - Young and Old, Blue and Silver Dun Dragoon
A portrait of three young and old, Blue and Silver Dun Dragoons, who are a member of the Fancy Breed of pigeon, most commonly found in London

Pigeons - Three Dragoons, Birmingham Fancy
A portrait of a Silver-Brown Bar, a Silver-Black Bar, and a Blue Dragoon, breeds of the fancy pigeon. The pigeons are also are in common with Birmingham, UK

Pigeons - Clean Legged Flying Tumblers
A portrait of three sub-variants of the Clean Legged Flying Tumbler pigeon breed. The variants shown are a Yellow-Mottled, Red-Mottled, a Black-Mottled, or a Rosewinced

Short Faced Tumbler Pigeons
A portrait of four sub-varients of the Short Faced Tumbler pigeons seen in their coop with a nest. The four subvarients pictured are the Black, Red, and Yellow Mottled Short Faced Tumbler

Three Almond Tumbler Hens
A group portrait of three female Almond Tumbler pigeons ages 1 1/2 years, 2 1/2 years, and 4 years old. The illustration shows the distinctive features of an Almond Tumbler hen depending on its age

Almond Tumbler Sub-varieties
A portrait of four sub-variety pigeons of the English Short Faced Tumbler breed. Showing the full-length body and characteristics of the Almond Splash, the Red Agate Splash or Mottle

Three Almond Tumbler Cock Pigeons
A group portrait of three male Almond Tumbler pigeons ages 1 1/2 years, 2 1/2 years, and 4 years old. The illustration shows the distinctive features of an Almond Tumbler cock depending on its age

Almond Tumbler Pigeon Tail Feathers
An illustration of Almond Tumbler tail feathers showing their differences after successive moults. The diagram also indentifies the feathers belonging to the cock

Two Pigmy Pouters and Two Isabel Pigeons
A group portrait featuring one cream and one white Pigmy Pouters, with one yellow, and one red Isabels standing in their coop

White Carrier Cock Pigeon
A portrait of a White Carrier Cock standing in full-length with one other of its kind nesting in the background. The portrait brings to attention its distinctive features

Dun Carrier Cock Pigeon
A full-length portrait of a Dun Carrier Cock. The Dun Carrier Cock is an English fancy breed of pigeon. The large cere above the beak is one of the characteristics

Columba palumbus, Woodpigeon, illustration of grey bird with white neck and white wing patches, perched on branch eating berries

Pigeon on a roof

Street pigeon -Columba livia forma domestica-

Cape turtle dove -Streptopelia capicola-, Etosha National Park, Namibia, Africa

Ring-necked Doves -Streptopelia capicola- perched on a dry branch, Etosha National Park, Namibia

Guinea Pigeon -Columba Guinea-, near Windhoek, Namibia, Africa

Pigeons taking flight from the snow-covered roof of a barn, Eckenhaid, Eckental, Middle Franconia, Bavaria, Germany

Wood Pigeon -Columba palumbus-, Bavaria, Germany

Wood Pigeon -Columba palumbus-, young bird perched on a branch, Seewinkel, Burgenland, Austria

Speckled Pigeon -Columba guinea-, adult on tree, Simonstown, Western Cape, South Africa

Speckled Pigeon -Columba guinea-, adult on rock, Simonstown, Western Cape, South Africa

African Collared Dove -Streptopelia roseogrisea-, adult on tree, native to North Africa, captive

African Green Pigeon -Treron calva-, adult on tree, captive

Laughing Dove -Streptopelia senegalensis-, adult on tree, South Africa

Basilica Cathedral of Arequipa (Basilica Catedral), Plaza de Armas, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Arequipa, Peru, South America

Plaza de Armas fountain and Basilica Cathedral of Arequipa, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Arequipa, Peru, South America

Spotted Dove (Spilopelia chinensis suratensis) adult, perched on twig, India, February

Spotted Dove (Spilopelia chinensis ceylonensis) adult, perched on branch, Udulawawe N. P. Sri Lanka, February
Spotted Dove (Spilopelia chinensis ceylonensis) adult, perched on branch, Udulawawe N.P. Sri Lanka, February

Common Ground-dove (Columbina passerina jamaicensis) adult female, standing on concrete slope, Marshalls Pen, Jamaica, December

White-throated Quail-dove (Geotrygon frenata) adult, standing at feeding station, Ecuador, October

Black-winged Ground-dove (Metriopelia melanoptera) adult, standing on vegetation covered rock after rainfall, Antisana, Andes, Ecuador, November

Vinaceous Dove (Streptopelia vinacea) adult, drinking at vegetated pond, Mole N. P. Ghana, February
Vinaceous Dove (Streptopelia vinacea) adult, drinking at vegetated pond, Mole N.P. Ghana, February

Tambourine Dove (Turtur tympanistria) adult, perched on branch in early morning light, Atewa, Ghana, February

Pale-vented Pigeon (Patagioenas cayennensis pallidicrissa) adult, perched on treetop, Amo Dump Ponds, Panama, November

Sumatran Green-pigeon (Treron oxyurus) adult, perched on branch, Kerinci Seblat N. P
Sumatran Green-pigeon (Treron oxyurus) adult, perched on branch, Kerinci Seblat N.P. Sumatra, Greater Sunda Islands, Indonesia, June

Little Cuckoo-dove (Macropygia ruficeps sumatrana) adult, feeding in fruiting tree, Kerinci Seblat N. P
Little Cuckoo-dove (Macropygia ruficeps sumatrana) adult, feeding in fruiting tree, Kerinci Seblat N.P. Sumatra, Greater Sunda Islands, Indonesia, June

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Columbidae, also known as fancy pigeon breeds, are a diverse group of birds that captivate with their unique features and stunning plumage. One such member is the Eurasian Collared Dove (Streptopelia decaocto), depicted in an illustration resembling a majestic pigeon-like bird. With its buffy-pink plumage and distinctive black neck collar, this dove exudes elegance from every angle. Another fascinating species within the Columbidae family is the New Zealand Pigeon Kereru (Raphus solitarius). Unlike any other bird, it shares similarities with the extinct Reunion white dodo (Raphus cucullatus). These remarkable creatures remind us of the diversity that once existed on our planet. Pigeons have long been associated with urban landscapes, often seen perched on rooftops. Their presence adds charm to city skylines and serves as a reminder of nature's resilience amidst concrete jungles. The Didus ineptus or dodo design showcases pigeons in flight, symbolizing freedom and adaptability. Muffed Flying Tumblers are another breed worth mentioning; these pigeons possess unique traits like fluffy feathers around their legs while soaring through the sky. They exemplify gracefulness combined with unmatched aerial acrobatics. In contrast to these fancy breeds, we find common wood pigeons (Columba palumbus) perched on branches across Europe's Baltic Sea island of Fehmarn in Germany. Their peaceful demeanor reminds us of how nature can thrive even in unexpected places. Lastly, let's not forget about the dodo - Raphus cucullatus - whose skeletal remains serve as a haunting reminder of extinction caused by human activities. This unfortunate fate highlights our responsibility to protect and preserve all members for future generations to appreciate their beauty and significance.