What is the habitat of a carrier pigeon?
Carrier pigeons are captive homing pigeons, or rock doves, that have the specialized function of carrying messages over thousands of miles. Most pigeons have returned to wild or semi-wild living conditions.FactsOften found roosting together in gaps of rock cliffs, or on buildings and statues, homing pigeons can easily be recognized by their bobbing heads while they walk.GeographyFeral, or wild, pigeons can be widely found in North and South America, Asia, Europe, and Africa. Origins of homing pigeons include North Africa, southwestern Asia, and Europe.Natural HabitatsThe carrier pigeon’s habitat is where it considers home and contains the necessities of life: food, water, shelter and space. Buildings and cliffs are common habitats of pigeons. Homing pigeons can be found nesting in a variety of habitats.LoftsCarrier pigeon lofts should contain indoor and outdoor areas and have roosts that are located a good distance from the ground. Provide a trap door in the loft that can easily be ope
