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Ologies with Alie Ward

Columbidology (PIGEONS? YES) Part 2 with Rosemary Mosco

Apr 24, 2024
01:02:30
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Rosemary Mosco, Columbidologist and author of Bird and Moon comics, tackles listener questions on pigeons, from bonded pairs to the extinct passenger pigeon. They discuss cinematic pigeons, gender reveals, Las Vegas pigeon mysteries, and how to help pigeon feet. And did someone spot a wedding bird escapee?
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Quick takeaways

  • Pigeons exhibit unique colorations based on genetics and environment, showcasing specialized adaptations.
  • Misconceptions and stereotypes about pigeons as pests are debunked, emphasizing their ecological importance.

Deep dives

Mating Rituals and Bonding in Pigeons

Pigeons engage in elaborate mating rituals, including behaviors like bowing, raising their bodies, and mimicking vomiting to feed each other. They mate for life, with both parents sharing egg-sitting duties and producing 'pigeon milk' to feed their young. This bonding process is crucial for raising their offspring, displaying their devotion and commitment to each other.

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