Columba Livia (Noun)
Meaning
Pale grey Eurasian pigeon having black-striped wings from which most domestic species are descended.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The columba_livia is a highly adaptable bird that can be found in a wide range of habitats, from urban cities to rural countryside.
- In the wild, the columba_livia is a skilled forager, feeding on seeds, fruits, and insects to sustain itself.
- The columba_livia is the ancestor of many domesticated pigeon breeds, including the popular fantail and Jacobin varieties.
- Columba_livia populations have been declining in recent years due to habitat loss and fragmentation, as well as hunting and persecution.
- The columba_livia is a monogamous species, with pairs forming during the breeding season and remaining together for several years.