Rock Dove or Pigeon
Columba livia

Photo  by Peter LaTourrette.  North American Birds Photo Gallery
Conditions of Use

• Dark bill
• Dark gray head, neck and upper breast
• Green and purple iridescence on neck
• Pale gray back, wings and belly
• Two dark bars on wings
• Dark gray primaries
• White rump
• Pale gray tail with black terminal band

Habitat

Wild rock doves nest in crevices along rocky seaside cliffs, close to agriculture or open shrub vegetation. Feral pigeons live in old farm buildings in rural areas. In cities, skyscrapers tend to take the place of their natural cliff surroundings.

Status

Abundant in Atlanta all year.  Often seen in city parks.