Pigeons stamp catalogue

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Pigeons are a family (Columbidae) from the pigeon family. There are over 300 species. They were bred by humans and used for culinary purposes. They were also used as carrier pigeons. The dove of peace is frequently depicted on postage stamps. More

Pigeons are a family (Columbidae) from the order of pigeons (Columbiformes). They are related to the extinct dodos. There are over 300 species of pigeons and turtle doves. They are usually excellent fliers with well-developed chest muscles. For that reason, pigeons were traditionally kept and used for culinary purposes. The birds were also used as carrier pigeons. Furthermore, pigeons have become the symbol for peace. The dove of peace is frequently depicted on postage stamps. Turtledoves symbolize love. Pigeons are seed eaters that are found almost everywhere in the world. The wood pigeon, the stock dove, the turtle dove and the turtle dove live in the Netherlands and Belgium. In cities, the domestic pigeon, a descendant of the rock pigeon, can often be seen. In North America the passenger pigeon was en masse. Billions of passenger pigeons flew. In about 50 years, the bird (mainly through hunting) was completely exterminated.

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