A University of Texas at Arlington team exploring pigeons as a model for vertebrate evolution has uncovered that mutations and interactions among just three genes create a wide variety of color ...

SALT LAKE CITY, Feb. 6, 2014 – Scientists at the University of Utah identified mutations in three key genes that determine feather color in domestic rock pigeons. The same genes control pigmentation ...

Homeowners often find themselves contending with pigeons taking over their gardens, creating a nuisance. They can take food from the garden and nesting areas can be a problem. Numerous methods exist ...

The pigeon Flamingo died after being rescued malnourished (Picture: Facebook/Wild Bird Fund) A pigeon that is believed to have been dyed pink for a party has died, likely from the resulting toxins.

A woman in Castle Park, who was spotted with painted pigeons, has been branded “cruel” by an animal charity. Onlookers were shocked by the bright colours on the pigeons, and reported it to the Royal ...