Rock Pigeon by iStockPhoto

Cool Fact:

Both male and female Rock Pigeons produce “pigeon milk," a liquid loaded with protein and fat for their offspring. Hatchlings eat nothing but pigeon milk for the first three days, then gradually switch to seeds.

 Sound:

“Coo roo-c’too-coo”

To listen to the songs of this species click here.

Habitat:

Found in cities, suburbs, and farmlands

Food:

Seeds, fruits, grain, and human leftovers

Did you know?

Homing Pigeons are the same species as ordinary city pigeons. They can find their way home from hundreds of miles away, and have been used in war to deliver messages across enemy lines.

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