Pigeon Collection (page 5)

Wood pigeon (Columba palumbus) pair preening one another, The Netherlands

Juvenile male Peregrine falcon (Falco peregrinus) in flight chasing his parent who has Feral pigeon (Columba livia) kill in claws, Bristol, England, UK, June

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Wood Pigeon - adult feeding chicks at nest - Germany Date:

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Wood Pigeon - adult bird foraging in a bush - Germany Date:

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Wood Pigeon - adult bird - Germany Date:

Jeweler`s fountain on Obernstrasse, near the market square, Bremen, Germany

Pigeons take flight at Boudhanath Stupa during Vesak Day in Kathmandu
Pigeons take flight at Boudhanath Stupa during the birth anniversary of Buddha, also known as Vesak Day, in Kathmandu, Nepal April 30, 2018. REUTERS/Navesh Chitrakar

A pigeon flies past the Big Ben clock tower in central London March 20, 2015. REUTERS/Stefan Wermuth

A pigeon flies from the roof structure of a pedestrian walk way in Geneva, Switzerland November 22, 2017. REUTERS/Denis Balibouse TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY

Eminönü
Murat BAKMAZ

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Erum Khalili

Sukiennice Cloth Hall, Main Market Square, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Krakow, Poland, Europe

Crosswalk
Evgenii Novichikhin

Feathers in the mist
Miodrag Kosanovic

Massimiliano Mancini

Boxes for pigeons Italy. Date of Photograph:1955 ca

View of the convent Zagorks Troitsa Russia Troitsa. Date of Photograph:12/1988

"In the piazza, trying and trying again". Segment of Santa Maria Novella Square: two children are drinking from the fountain, nearby there is a horse eating from a feed bag

Broken Pot, c.1895 (oil on canvas)
8615150 Broken Pot, c.1895 (oil on canvas) by Suthers, Leghe (1856-1924); 81x102 cm; Gallery Oldham, UK; (add.info.: By John Lees Suthers/J)

Background print for a menu depicting the five senses, late 19th century (colour litho)
CHT177850 Background print for a menu depicting the five senses, late 19th century (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

kitsch / souvenir, USA, Valentine greetings "To my Valentine", illustration, 1911, Additional-Rights-Clearences-Not Available Additional-Rights-Clearences-Not Available

New York City, Manhattan, The Horses by Jean-Marie Appriou
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Foreign children in Piazza D. Marco, Venice Venice Piazza S. Marco. Date of Photograph:1957

"Pigeons". A close-up of a group of pigeons, gathered on a city street Italy. Date of Photograph:1956

A cat with a group of pigeons, Venice Venice. Date of Photograph:1950 ca

The Basilica of San Marco in Venice Venice piazza St. Marco Church - Facade Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1900-1920. Date of Artwork:IX -XVIII sec

The pigeons in Piazza San Marco in Venice Venice Piazza S. Marco. Date of Photograph:1880 ca

"Venice - Church of San Marco", drawing by Carlo Menegazzi (1856-1920), postcard, color print Drawing Twenty century, 20th century, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Animated view of Piazza San Marco in Venice with the faade of the Basilica; Stereoscopic photography Venice Piazza S. Marco Church - Facade Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Central portal of the Basilica of San Marco, Venice; Stereoscopic photograph Venice Piazza S. Marco Portal Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1903

Animated view of the Piazza S. Marco in Venice; Stereoscopic photograph Venice Piazza S. Marco. Date of Photograph:05/01/1911

Group portrait in Piazza S. Marco in Venice; Stereoscopic photograph Venice Piazza S. Marco. Date of Photograph:1896

Portrait of a woman near the Doge's Palace in Venice Venice Museum, Building Late Gothic, Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1930 ca

Young women playing with pigeons in Piazza San Marco, Venice Venice Piazza S. Marco. Date of Photograph:09/1929

Portrait of a young woman in Piazza San Marco, Venice Venice Piazza S. Marco. Date of Photograph:09/1929

Portrait of a woman in Piazza San Marco, Venice Venice Piazza S. Marco. Date of Photograph:24/10/1928

Saint Mark Square in Venice, animated by some people feeding the pidgeons. Venice Saint Mark Square Church - Facade Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Piazza Unit d'Italia in Padova Padua Piazza Unit d'Italia Tower High Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Aniamted view of a square in the historic center of Perugia with the monument to Giuseppe Garibaldi Perugia. Date of Photograph:15/09/1920

Portrait of a girl surrounded by pigeons in Piazza San Marco in Venice Venice Piazza S. Marco Building High Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe

Young woman feeding pigeons in Piazza San Marco Venice Piazza S. Marco. Date of Photograph:1921

Girl surrounded by pigeons in Piazza San Marco in Venice Venice Piazza S. Marco Church - Facade Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:10/1923

Animated view of Piazza San Marco in Venice Venice Piazza S. Marco Church - Facade Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:10/1923. Date of Artwork:IX -XVIII sec

Busy view of Piazza San Marco in Venice Venice piazza S. Marco Church - Facade Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:10/1923. Date of Artwork:IX -XVIII sec

A young woman and a man in Piazza San Marco, Venice Venice Piazza S. Marco. Date of Photograph:30/09/1923

Little girl with pigeons Europe. Date of Photograph:1950-1960

Pigeons on a fountain in London Great Britain London. Date of Photograph:1950-1960 ca

Pigeons on the branches of a tree Europe. Date of Photograph:1960 ca

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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.