There are over 300 species of pigeons and doves in the world, distributed across every continent except for Antarctica. Here are some examples of the different types of pigeons:
Rock Pigeon (Columba livia): Also known as the common pigeon, this species is found in cities and towns all over the world.
Wood Pigeon (Columba palumbus): A large pigeon found in the forests and woodlands of Europe, western Asia, and North Africa.
Mourning Dove (Zenaida macroura): A small, slender dove found across North and Central America.
Nicobar Pigeon (Caloenas nicobarica): A colorful pigeon found on small islands in Southeast Asia and the Pacific.
Crowned Pigeon (Goura spp.): A group of large, ground-dwelling pigeons found in the forests of New Guinea and nearby islands.
Victoria Crowned Pigeon (Goura victoria): The largest species of pigeon, found only on the island of New Guinea.
Feral Pigeon (Columba livia domestica): Domesticated rock pigeons that have become feral and now live in the wild in many parts of the world.
These are just a few examples of the many species of pigeons in the world.
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