These remarkable birds, with their iridescent wings, fiery-red feet, sparking scarlet eyes and unmistakably deafening calls, passed from the Earth 99 years ago. In the 19th century, the passenger ...

In this episode, we take a closer look at the Nicobar pigeon - one of the most stunning and mysterious birds in the world. With its iridescent feathers and island-dwelling lifestyle, it’s not only ...

The large, heavily built gray pigeon frequents the forests and woodlands of the West; most often seen in flocks of varying sizes in rapid flight. Wings make a loud clapping sound when flushed.

The extinction of the passenger pigeon is a ... appearance of the bird was commensurate with its flight characteristics of grace, speed, and maneuverability. The head and neck were small; the tail ...