Wings make a loud clapping sound when flushed. Polytypic. Length 14.5". Larger, with a longer tail than a rock pigeon; blue-gray on the upper parts with contrasting blackish gray flight feathers ...

A pigeon-inspired robot has solved the mystery of how birds fly without the vertical tail fins that human-designed aircraft rely on. Its makers say the prototype could eventually lead to passenger ...

Polytypic (12 ssp.; nominate in North America.). Length 12.5". A medium-size compact pigeon with long wings and a short tail. Birds most closely resembling their wild ancestors are gray with head ...

Aerodynamic studies and simulations suggest that pigeons’ reflex-driven wing and tail adjustments are key to maintaining flight stability. This understanding could inspire more efficient ...

DESCRIPTION: The passenger pigeon was much larger than the somewhat similarly plumed mourning dove. Adapted for speed and maneuverability in flight, it had a small head and neck; long tail; long, ...

“There is also a category of fancy pigeons. These comprise the beautiful pigeons, with pretty tail feathers that resemble hand fans. But they have no flying endurance. They are just show piece ...