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domestic pigeon

/dəˈmɛstɪk ˈpɪdʒɪn/

Traduction: Oiseau de l'espèce Columba livia domestica, très répandu dans les villes et les villages, descendant du pigeon biset sauvage et souvent élevé ou domestiqué par l'homme.

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/dəˈmɛstɪk ˈpɪdʒɪn/B1formalscientific
  • frOiseau de l'espèce Columba livia domestica, très répandu dans les villes et les villages, descendant du pigeon biset sauvage et souvent élevé ou domestiqué par l'homme.

A common bird species (Columba livia domestica) that is often found in cities and towns, descended from the wild rock dove and frequently kept or bred by humans.

  1. Domesticated bird speciesB2formal

    A subspecies of the rock dove (Columba livia domestica) that has been selectively bred by humans for various purposes, including food, messaging, and as pets.

    frPigeon domestique

    • Domestic pigeons are often kept in lofts by hobbyists.
    • The domestic pigeon was historically used to carry messages during wars.
    • Many domestic pigeons have distinctive feather patterns due to selective breeding.