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pigeon

[pij-uhn] / ˈpɪdʒ ən /




















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Thus the California grizzly joined the passenger pigeon, the most populous bird on earth, on the extinction list.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 13, 2026

Rick Pellen from Pest UK said it was important to keep pigeon numbers controlled so they were not causing hazards, but the method of shooting was typically a "last resort".

From BBC Jul. 24, 2026

Researchers also identified an extinct pigeon species closely related to Australia's bronzewing pigeons.

From Science Daily Jun. 23, 2026

The IRS does not care much whether you send the money to your son via Zelle, Venmo, wire transfer between your banks or carrier pigeon, as long as you account for it accurately and honestly.

From MarketWatch Jun. 2, 2026

Or a messenger pigeon with a note from afar.

From "Look Both Ways" by Jason Reynolds




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