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Columba livia domestica
Medium-sized birds known for strong homing instinct and calm disposition. Widely kept for companionship, racing, and ornamental purposes. Highly adaptable with straightforward housing and care requirements.
The domestic pigeon is a domesticated form of the rock dove (Columba livia), originally native to Europe, North Africa and western Asia. Valued for its homing ability and gentle nature, it has long been kept for companionship, racing and exhibition. Hardy and adaptable, it thrives with proper loft management.
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Origin
domesticated form of the rock dove (Columba livia)
Temperature
5〜30℃
Humidity
40〜70%
Mixed grain feed with grit
Well-ventilated loft; perches and nest boxes
Grain mix + grit + fresh water
Regular loft cleaning prevents disease
Watch zoonotic diseases (e.g. psittacosis); keep strict hygiene
Calls / Song
Song · © Ulf Elman · xeno-canto XC1073356 (CC BY-NC 4.0)
Call · © Aladdin · xeno-canto XC973472 (CC BY-NC 4.0)
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Accepted name: Columba livia domestica J.F.Gmelin, 1789
Authority databases: GBIF
Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.
Columba livia (Rock Dove / domestic pigeon). Not listed in CITES Appendices.
Sources: CITES Appendices (valid from 25.05.2024)
Regulations may change. Always verify the latest information with the relevant authorities.
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Intermediate. This is an intermediate-level species. Some prior experience and knowledge of environmental management are recommended.
Pigeon feeds on: Mixed grain feed with grit. Aim for a balanced diet with appropriate feeding frequency.
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Last updated: June 24, 2026