Pigeon Collection (#6)

Boudhanath Stupa is reflected in the window of a monastery during Vesak Day in Kathmandu
Boudhanath Stupa is reflected in the window of a monastery during the birth anniversary of Buddha, also known as Vesak Day, in Kathmandu, Nepal April 30, 2018. REUTERS/Navesh Chitrakar

A pigeon stands in front of the Bank of England in London, Britain, April 9, 2018. Picture taken April 9, 2018. REUTERS/Hannah McKay

A pigeon flies past a stopped clock on the Lakshmi Building in Karachi
A pigeon flies past a stopped clock on the Lakshmi Building, built during the British Raj era, in Karachi, Pakistan January 24, 2018. REUTERS/Akhtar Soomro

A man walks past pigeons foraging for food on the ground in Valletta, Malta January 24, 2018. REUTERS/Darrin Zammit Lupi

A pigeon sits in a tree among holiday lights on Sixth Avenue in Manhattan, New York City, U.S. January 8, 2018. REUTERS/Andrew Kelly

A hawk chases a pigeon during a falconry demonstration held by the Suwa falconry preservation as part of New Year celebrations in Tokyo, January 2, 2011

Pigeon tracks mix with those of the human variety in the snow at Union Station in Washington January 22, 2016. As much as 2 feet of snow is possible along the urban corridor extending from Washington

A pigeon leaves trails on snow covered ground outside Russias Siberian city of Krasnoyarsk October 11, 2012. REUTERS/Ilya Naymushin (RUSSIA - Tags: ANIMALS ENVIRONMENT TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY)

Pigeons are seen perched on windows in the old city of Damascus, Syria April 17, 2018. REUTERS/Ali Hashisho TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY

Pigeons fly past a stopped clock tower marking the time of the 1972 earthquake in the old Metropolitan Cathedral of Managua, Nicaragua January 24, 2018. REUTERS/Oswaldo Rivas

A pigeon and birds eat bread on a snow-covered path in the Parc Monceau as winter weather bringing snow and freezing temperatures continues in Paris, France, February 9, 2018. REUTERS/Benoit Tessier

Woman feeds a pigeon in a park in Minsk
A woman feeds a pigeon in a park in Minsk, Belarus May 16, 2018. REUTERS/Vasily Fedosenko

A tamed hawk chases a dove during an annual hunters competition at Almaty hippodrome, Kazakhstan February 10, 2018. REUTERS/Shamil Zhumatov

Pegeons are seen perched on windows in the old city of Damascus, Syria April 17, 2018. REUTERS/Ali Hashisho

Ice partially covers a fountain on a cold winter day in central Brussels
Pigeons are seen as ice partially covers the fountain of the Counts of Egmont and Hornes on a cold winter day in central Brussels, Belgium, February 28, 2018

A general view of Jaffa Clock Tower, in Jaffa, Israel January 30, 2018. REUTERS/Amir Cohen

A man holds a pigeon during the British Homing World show of the year at Blackpool s
A man holds a pigeon during the British Homing World show of the year at Blackpools Winter Gardens in Blackpool, north west England on January 17, 2016. REUTERS/Andrew Yates Y TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY

A bird flies away over the East River during the 2019 United Nations Climate Action
A bird flies away over the East River from United Nations Headquarters during the 2019 United Nations Climate Action Summit at U.N. headquarters in New York, U.S. September 23, 2019

A pigeon flies in front a fountain during a sunny day in central Kiev
A pigeon flies in front a a fountain during a sunny day in central Kiev, Ukraine, July 8, 2016. REUTERS/Gleb Garanich PX IMAGES OF THE DAY

A pigeon is taking off from Murillo square outside the presidential complex in La Paz, Bolivia, October 26, 2019. Picture taken October 26, 2019. REUTERS/Kai Pfaffenbach

Pigeon drinks water from a fountain on a hot summer day in Brussels, Belgium, July 25, 2019. REUTERS/Johanna Geron

Pigeons are pictured at the Tempelhofer Feld in Berlin
Pigeons are pictured at the Tempelhofer Feld during a media event to introduce a five years long project of natural grazing of a herd of sheep on the former Tempelhof airfield in Berlin, Germany

Pigeons are seen on a tree during a foggy autumn day in a park in Minsk, Belarus October 26, 2019. REUTERS/Vasily Fedosenko

Pigeon flies past old building on canal, Venice, Veneto, Italy

Lisbon, Portugal. Iconic swaying tiles of Rossio Square

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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

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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.