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west indies, tobago, pigeon point, boat jetty with thatched shelter seen from beneath coconut palm tree on the beach

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Turkey, Aydin Province, Kusadasi, Sunset over Guvercin Ada, the peninsula of Kusadasi, also known as Pigeon Island

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Turkey, Cappadocia, Goreme, Pigeon Valley, Rock shapes in early morning light

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Turkey, Cappadocia, Goreme, Pigeon Valley, Fairy Chimneys with dovecotes, Pigeon droppings are used as fertiliser

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Turkey, Cappadocia, Goreme, Pigeon Valley, Fairy Chimneys with dovecotes, Pigeon droppings are used as fertiliser

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Turkey, Cappadocia, Goreme, Pigeon Valley, Fairy Chimneys with dovecotes, Pigeon droppings are used as fertiliser

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Turkey, Cappadocia, Goreme, Pigeon Valley, Rock shapes in early morning light

Flock of Galapagos dove (Zenaida galapagoensis) perched on rock, Santiago Highlands, Galapagos

Exterior of National Cathedral, Bolivar Square, La Candelaria, Bogota, Cundinamarca, Colombia, South America

Madagascan blue pigeon (Alectroenas madagascariensis / Columba madagascariensis) endemic to Madagascar, Africa. Captive. Digital composite

Album of Copies of Chinese Paintings, 17th century. Creator: Kano Yoboku Tsunenobu
Album of Copies of Chinese Paintings, 17th century

Pigeons in a Tree, ca. 1887. Creator: Watanabe Seitei
Pigeons in a Tree, ca. 1887

Two Birds on a Branch, ca. 1887. Creator: Kawanabe Kyosai
Two Birds on a Branch, ca. 1887

Dog Guarding Dead Game, 1753. Creator: Jean-Baptiste Oudry
Dog Guarding Dead Game, 1753

The Toilette of Venus, 1751. Creator: Francois Boucher
The Toilette of Venus, 1751

The Dispatch of the Messenger, 1765. Creator: Francois Boucher
The Dispatch of the Messenger, 1765

San Marco (east), a marvel of mosaic, marble and gold, Venice, Italy, c1909. Creator: Unknown
San Marco (east), a marvel of mosaic, marble and gold, Venice, Italy, c1909. Byzantine Cathedral Basilica of Saint Mark on the Piazza San Marco was completed in 1092

Pigeons, chromolithograph, published in 1897
Pigeons: 1) Rock dove (Columba livia, Felsentaube); 2) Bokhara Trumpeter (Bucharische Trommeltaube); 3) German Trumpeter (Deutsche Trommeltaube); 4) Frillback (Lockentaube); 5) Highflyer (Kalotte)

A Glimpse of Charleston and Bay, from St. Michaels Church, 1872. Creator: John J
A Glimpse of Charleston and Bay, from St. Michaels Church, 1872. View of the town of Charleston and the Atlantic Ocean, South Carolina, USA. The church of St Michael was erected in the 1750s

Decoration in the Catacombs of Praetextatus on the Via Appia, Rome, Italy, (1928). Beginning of 3rd Century A.D...detail, pigeons with cantharus

Sulawesi ground-dove (Gallicolumba tristigmata) captive

Flock of pigeons flying from the historic adobe San Francisco de Asis church in Taos, New Mexico, United States of America, North America

A woman carrying a heavily laden basket on her head, India
A woman, in a red sari, and carrying a heavily laden basket on her head, walks past a peacock in a street in Dundlod in the Jhunjhunu district of Rajasthan in India

Blue-headed quail-dove (Starnoenas cyanocephala) profile, Cuba. Endangered species. Endemic

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Black Country pigeon fancier Dennis Fellows, who, in 1990, reformed the Midland Tipler Union, founded in 1912. Its members bred

Italy, Venice. Black and white looking down on waiters in San Marco Square from Campanile. Credit as: Jim Nilsen / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont.com

A betrousered lady feeding pigeons in Trafalgar Square, 1933. Creator: Unknown
A betrousered lady feeding pigeons in Trafalgar Square, 1933. Smoking woman wearing a trouser-suit in central London. This style of dress became increasingly popular

Rock dove up close
birds, doves, pigeon, rock dove, feral pigeon, Johann Schumacher, 185644637

Rock dove on tree limb
birds, doves, rock dove, pigeon, feral pigeon, Johann Schumacher, 185644636

Cloth Hall in the main square, Rynek Glowny, in the medieval old town, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Krakow, Poland, Europe

The George, Southwark, London, 1936. Creator: Unknown
The George, Southwark, London, 1936. The George Inn, a medieval public house on Borough High Street, visited by Charles Dickens. Grade I listed. From " Old Inns - A Series of 40", 1936. [W

British Army Carrier Pigeons in France: Horse-Drawn Lofts, (1919). Creator: Unknown
British Army Carrier Pigeons in France: Horse-Drawn Lofts, (1919). Pigeons were used to send messages during the First World War, 1914-1919

British Army Carrier Pigeons in France, (1919). Creator: Unknown
British Army Carrier Pigeons in France, (1919). Carrier pigeons being sent up the line, scene from the First World War, 1914-1919

Woodpigeon (Columba palumbus) drinking, Bayern, Germany. May

White-breasted Fruit-Dove (Ptilinopus rivoli) male at fruiting Shefflera tree. Huon Peninsula, Morobe Province, Papua New Guinea

Trade card for a dyers shop, 18th century, (1948). Creator: Unknown
Trade card for a dyers shop, 18th century, (1948). John Wildblood at the Rainbow & 3 pidgons [sic] in St Clements Lane In Lombard Street London who Married the Widdow Harrinton, Silk Dyer

Pigeon Shooting in India, 19th century. Creator: J Bennett
Pigeon Shooting in India, 19th century. British colonials fire as locals release pigeons into the air

San Francisco Church, Popayan, Cauca Department, Colombia, South America

Western crowned pigeon, c1928. Creator: Unknown
Western crowned pigeon, c1928. The western crowned pigeon, also known as the common crowned pigeon or blue crowned pigeon (Goura cristata) has lacy crests over the head

Designs for wallpaper and stained glass, pub. 1897. Creator: Maurice Pillard Verneuil (1869?1942)
Designs for wallpaper and stained glass: " Fish and Seaweed", " Pigeon and Poppies", from L Animal dans la Decoration by Maurice Pillard Verneuil, pub. 1897 (colour lithograph)

An Incident in the Park, 1952. Creator: Shirley Markham
An Incident in the Park, 1952. Shirley Markham (1931-1999) studied Graphic Design and Illustration at Central School of Art in London from 1950-1952

Trafalgar Square, London, 1948. Creator: Shirley Markham
Trafalgar Square, London, 1948. Tourists and pigeons, with the spire of St Martin-in-the-Fields, and the Coliseum beyond. Shirley Markham (1931-1999)

Domestic Fan-tailed pigeons (Columba livia) in flight against a blue sky England, UK

The Pigeon. Creator: C Sheeres
The Pigeon. Illustration with description

Ring dove bird
A photograph of an original hand-colored engraving from The History of British Birds by Morris published in 1853-1891

Stock dove bird
A photograph of an original hand-colored engraving from The History of British Birds by Morris published in 1853-1891

Passenger pigeon bird
A photograph of an original hand-colored engraving from The History of British Birds by Morris published in 1853-1891

Rock dove bird
A photograph of an original hand-colored engraving from The History of British Birds by Morris published in 1853-1891

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"Pigeons: From Fancy Breeds to Heroic Messengers" Pigeons, often overlooked as mere city dwellers, have a rich history and diverse range of roles in society. From the fancy pigeon breeds admired for their unique appearances to the carrier pigeons that served as messengers during times of war, these birds have captivated our attention throughout the ages. Fancy pigeon breeds showcase an array of stunning colors and patterns. With names like Fantail, Jacobin, and Pouter, these elegant creatures are beloved by enthusiasts worldwide for their beauty and grace. Their intricate feather designs resemble works of art that nature has carefully crafted. But it is not just their looks that make pigeons remarkable; they possess incredible intelligence and navigational skills. Carrier pigeons were once relied upon to deliver important messages across long distances before modern communication methods existed. These brave birds played a vital role in wars throughout history, including World War I when they were released from tanks in France or employed by the British Army messenger service. In religious lore, Saint Francis of Assisi is often depicted with birds surrounding him – two pigeons perched on his shoulders symbolizing peace and harmony. This imagery highlights the gentle nature associated with these avian creatures. Even renowned naturalist John James Audubon recognized the significance of pigeons in his famous illustrations. His depiction of a hawk known as Merlin or pigeon hawk showcases how even predators recognize the value of this species within ecosystems. Beyond their historical importance and cultural symbolism lies another aspect - urban life intertwined with pigeons' presence at Plaza Bolivar in Bogota, Colombia's vibrant capital city located in South America. Here locals gather amidst flocks of cooing pigeons while enjoying moments filled with laughter and joyous interactions between humans and birds alike. Lastly, let us not forget about Eurasian Collared Doves which bear resemblance to common street pigeons but possess distinct characteristics such as buffy-pink plumage and a black neck collar.