The below mentioned article provides notes on Columba Livia. Columba livia is the scientific name of common pigeon (Fig. 143). It belongs to the class Aves which includes all the birds of the world. Most birds can fly in air. This peculiar habit has rendered certain changes in them, which are regarded as their characteristics. Some of these features are [...]
Let us learn about the comparison between ratites and carinates. Comparison # Ratites: (Palaeognathae): 1. Distribution: Discontinuous, except Ostrich, they are confined to southern continents and islands. 2. Habitat: Terrestrial—usually living in desert. 3. Size: Usually large Exoskeleton: 4. Tail: Functionless. 5. Feathers: Devoid of hooks and hooklets. The barbs are free. 6. After shaft: Usually well-developed. 7. Rectrices: Absent [...]
In this article we will discuss about Pigeons:- 1. Characteristic Features in Pigeons 2. Distribution of Pigeons 3. Habits and Habitat 4. Structure 5 . Locomotion 6. Sense Organs. Contents: Characteristic Features in Pigeons Distribution of Pigeons Habits and Habitat of Pigeons Structure of Pigeons Locomotion in Pigeons Sense Organs in Pigeons 1. Characteristic Features in Pigeons: The pigeons are [...]