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pigeon

[pij-uhn] / ˈpɪdʒ ən /




















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In addition, researchers found an extinct pigeon species closely related to Australian bronzewing pigeons.

From Science Daily • Mar. 26, 2026

Along with the passenger pigeon we exterminated the great auk, the Carolina parakeet, the Labrador duck and the ivory-billed woodpecker.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 23, 2026

The Franco-Belgian couturier referenced the extravagant plumage of a roseate spoonbill or the crested cockatoo alongside the humble crow, grey pigeon and magpie.

From Barron's • Jan. 27, 2026

A pigeon infestation followed, leaving every room covered in bird droppings.

From BBC • Dec. 12, 2025

“By the way, they call me Strutter,” said the pigeon, fluffing out her chest feathers.

From "The Wild Robot Escapes" by Peter Brown