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Just a Common Pigeon


Just a Common Pigeon
Photo Information
Copyright: Ron Franklin (ron-franklin) Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 239 W: 104 N: 485] (5373)
Genre: Places
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2007-07-09
Categories: Nature
Camera: Canon EOS 350D, Canon 100-400/4.5-5.6L IS
Exposure: f/5.0, 1/80 seconds
More Photo Info: [view]
Photo Version: Original Version, Workshop
Theme(s): Pigeons [view contributor(s)]
Date Submitted: 2007-09-06 13:19
Viewed: 393
Points: 6
[Note Guidelines] Photographer's Note
Feral pigeon
Columba livia (domest.)


Pigeons are actually domesticated rock doves that have returned to wild or semi-wild conditions. Some rock doves were domesticated for food, others as homing pigeons, and some as ‘fancy’ pigeons, bred for their plumage.



Life span
They average 3-5 years in the wild. Captive pigeons can live for 15 years but some have been known to live for up to 35 years.



Statistics
Length: 29-33cm, Wingspan: 60-68cm.



Physical Description
Feral pigeons are a generally grey bird with slightly iridescent feathers on the neck that shine pink and green in the sunlight. Coloration is very variable with some individuals being white, others brownish-red, some grey and many mixtures. The eyes are orange and shine brightly in the sunlight.



Distribution
Feral pigeons are widespread and very common throughout Europe. They are also found in Africa, North America, South America and Asia.



Habitat
They inhabit coastal cliffs or buildings in towns and cities.

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  • meske (198)
  • [2007-09-06 13:27]
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just a common pigeon (u say),,,,,,,,,,,,but a very good photo!
for me the background is too strong,,,,,,,,,,,,maybe it would be better with a lighter one,,,,,,,,,,,,,but anyway i like ur pic!

Hi Ron,
Nice shot, IMO could be a little sharper in the eye, good colour and deetail in the feathers and a nice DOF.
I hope you don't mind but I have done a quick WS to try and sharpen the eye a little.
Tfs ANdy

Excellent photo! You've choosed a great angle!

Regards,
Carla

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