Columbidae Collection (#2)

Sulawesi ground-dove (Gallicolumba tristigmata) captive

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

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

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

White-winged Dove (Zenaida asiatica), adult perched on icy branch of Yaupon Holly (Ilex vomitoria), Hill Country, Texas, USA. February

Wood pigeon (Columba palumbus) footprints in snow, Norfolk, England, March

A pigeon and the London Eye
The London Eye is a giant Ferris wheel on the South Bank of the River Thames in London. It first rotated in 1999. Also known as the Millennium Wheel

Two pigeons resting whilst commuters stream past on Westminster Bridge, London
London England - 2005; Its sunrise. Amidst glowing morning light, two pigeons rest on the banks of the Thames at Waterloo Embankment, just by the London Eye

Crested Pigeon (Ocyphaps lophotes), Victoria, Australia

Eurasian Collared Dove (Streptopelia decaocto), British Columbia, Canada

Pigeons - A Red Helmet, Black Lahore and Yellow Spot
A portrait of three breeds of fancy pigeon illustrated inside their coop. The plain-headed Red Helmet presents its bicoloured plumage formation

Pigeons - Varieties of Ice Pigeons, Fancy Breed
An Ural, Silver, Siberian and Blue Ice Pigeons are seen here illustrated inside a pigeon coop, as known as a loft. The Ice Pigeon is a domesticated and fancy breed of pigeon

Pigeons - English Fantails or Garden Fantails
A portrait of a Black, White and Blue English Fantail pictured inside their coop. The English Fantail is a highly developed breed of fancy and exhibition pigeon, and sub-variety of the Fantail

Pigeons - Black and Dun Barbs, English Fancy Breed
A portrait of a Black and Dun Barbs, and two White Barbs in the background. The Barb, also called the English Barb is a breed of fancy pigeon developed over many years of selective breeding

Red-Pied Pouter Cock Pigeon
A portrait of a Red-Pied Pouter Cock pigeon, (Pigmy Pouter), standing with a view of tree tops. One other of its kind can be seen flying in the background

Yellow-Pied Pouter Cock Pigeon
A portrait of a Yellow-Pied Pouter Cock, (Pigmy Pouter), with a Red-Pied Pouter featured in the background inside their coop

Blue Carrier Cock Pigeon
A portrait of a Blue Carrier Cock standing in full-length. The Blue Carrier Cock (Blue Bar), is one of the oldest English fancy breeds of pigeon

Black Carrier Cock Pigeon
A portrait of the Black Carrier Cock shown in a countryside landscape, with three of its kind visible in the background. The Black Carrier Cock is an English fancy breed of pigeon

Ptilinopus insolitus, knob-billed fruit dove
Plate 52, a watercolour from the John Reeves Collection of Zoological Drawings from Canton, China. The plant is Bombax ceiba

A Flock Of White Birds Takes Flight On A Beach At The Waters Edge; Benidorm, Spain

Black and white image of a flock of pigeons taking flight in the sky, Mongolia
Black and white image of a flock of pigeons taking flight in the sky; Ulaanbaatar, Ulaanbattar, Mongolia

A flock of pigeons taking flight in a blue sky, Mongolia
A flock of pigeons taking flight in a blue sky; Ulaanbaatar, Ulaanbattar, Mongolia

Common Wood Pigeon (Columba palumbus) flying, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

Bruces Green Pigeon (Treron waalia), Oman

Common Wood Pigeon (Columba palumbus), Mallorca, Spain

Common Emerald Dove (Chalcophaps indica) female, Kaeng Krachan, Thailand

Common Ground Dove (Columbina passerina) pair, Texas, USA

Chatham Pigeon (Hemiphaga chathamensis), Chatham Island, New Zealand

Brown Cuckoo-Dove (Macropygia phasianella), Queensland, Australien

Band-tailed Pigeon (Patagioenas fasciata), British Columbia, Canada

Darwins Pigeons, Short-faced English Tumbler
Figure 23, Original drawing from the book Variation in Animals and Plants under Domestication by Charles Darwin, 1868. Library reference number DC BD 858 (Vol. 1) Date: 1868

Darwins Pigeons, English Pouter
Figure 18, Original line drawing from the book Variation in Animals and Plants under Domestication by Charles Darwin, 1868. Library reference number DC BD 858 (Vol.1) Date: 1868

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 - A Portrait of Three Magies, German Toy Breed
Three Magpies standing together in an outdoor scenery, and a church pictured in the background. The illustrated magpies are of the German variety and a breed of German Toy pigeon

Pigeons - A Portrait of a Silver and Blue Runt, Fancy Breed
A portrait of a Silver and Blue Runt, which are breeds of fancy pigeon. The Runt is one of the oldest known pigeon breeds and was widely bred in Italy, from which its French name, Roman pigeon

Pigeons - Varieties of Swallows, German Toy Breed
A portrait of four varieties of Swallows. The yellow, black, red and blue Swallows are a breed of German Toy pigeons. The Swallows in the outdoor scenery are also illustrated in such a way to present

Pigeons - Frill-Backs and Scandaroons, Fancy Breed
A portait illustrating two Frill-Back and two Scandaroon pigeons. Both breeds are domesticated and a breed of fancy pigeon

Pigeons - Three Russian Trumpeters, Fancy Breed
Three Russian Trumpeters, Black-Mottled, Black and White, are seen here in their coop. The illustration presents the breeds unique feathering which radiates from around their heads

Pigeons - Scotch Fantails or Broad-Tailed Shakers
A portrait of a White, White Laced and Black-Saddle Back Scotch Fantail pigeons, also known as Broad-Tailed Shakers. The Fantail is a popular breed of fancy pigeon

Pigeons - Blue, White and Black Jacobins, Fancy Breed
A portrait of a Blue, White and Black Jacobin, a breed of fancy pigeon. The Jacobin developed over many years of selective breeding and originates from Asia

Pigeons - Red and Yellow Jacobins, Fancy Breed
A portrait of a Red and Yellow Jacobin, a breed of fancy pigeon. The Jacobin developed over many years of selective breeding and originated in Asia

Pigeons - Red, White and Yellow Dragoons, London Fancy Breed
A Red, White and Yellow Dragoon pictured together in their coop. The Dragoon belongs to the Fancy pigeon breed, these Dragoons are also in common with London

Short-Faced Blue and Black Beard Pigeons
A portrait a Short-Faced Blue and Black Bearded pigeon amongst other pigeons of its breed or variant in a pigeon coop rooftop scene

Short-Faced Bald-Headed Pigeons
A group portrait showing four Short-Faced Bald-Headed pigeons perched inside their coop. The illustration presents the unique characteristics and aesthetics of the Blue, Red

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 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

Black-Pied Pouter Cock Pigeon
A portrait of two Black-Pied Pouter, (Pigmy Pouter) pigeons, with two white feathered Brunner Pouters featured in the background. The illustration shows their unsual features as a fancy breed

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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.