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rock dove

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1. rock dove, rock pigeon, Columba livianoun

   pale grey Eurasian pigeon having black-striped wings from which most domestic species are descended

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1. rock dovenoun

   A term used for the pigeon species, Columba livia. Over the years both the terms "rock dove" and "rock pigeon" have been used interchangeably for this species. (See the note on the nomenclature of this species: )

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1. Rock dove

   The rock dove, rock pigeon, or common pigeon ( also ; Columba livia) is a member of the bird family Columbidae (doves and pigeons).: 624  In common usage, it is often simply referred to as the "pigeon". The domestic pigeon (Columba livia domestica, which includes about 1,000 different breeds) descended from this species. Escaped domestic pigeons have increased the populations of feral pigeons around the world.Wild rock doves are pale grey with two black bars on each wing, whereas domestic and feral pigeons vary in colour and pattern. Few differences are seen between males and females. The species is generally monogamous, with two squabs (young) per brood. Both parents care for the young for a time.Habitats include various open and semi-open environments. Cliffs and rock ledges are used for roosting and breeding in the wild. Originally found wild in Europe, North Africa, and western Asia, pigeons have become established in cities around the world. The species is abundant, with an estimated population of 17 to 28 million feral and wild birds in Europe alone and up to 120 million worldwide.

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1. rock dove

   A rock dove, scientifically known as Columba livia, is a bird species that is commonly known as the domestic pigeon. Originating from Europe, North Africa, and South Asia, the species has been introduced to other parts of the world due to human activities. They are typically grey with a white rump, two black bars on the wing coverts, a broad black band on the tail, and red legs and feet. They usually nest in cliffs or man-made structures and are the ancestors of domesticated pigeons.

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1. Rock Dove

   The Rock Dove or Rock Pigeon, is a member of the bird family Columbidae. In common usage, this bird is often simply referred to as the "pigeon". The species includes the domestic pigeon, and escaped domestic pigeons have given rise to feral populations around the world. Wild Rock Doves are pale grey with two black bars on each wing, although domestic and feral pigeons are very variable in colour and pattern. There are few visible differences between males and females. The species is generally monogamous, with two squeakers per brood. Both parents care for the young for a time. Habitats include various open and semi-open environments. Cliffs and rock ledges are used for roosting and breeding in the wild. Originally found wild in Europe, North Africa, and western Asia, feral Pigeon have become established in cities around the world. The species is abundant, with an estimated population of 17 to 28 million feral and wild birds in Europe.

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1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of rock dove in Chaldean Numerology is: 9

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of rock dove in Pythagorean Numerology is: 3

References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
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2. ^ Wiktionary
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3. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rock_Dove
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