What type of dove is used in the release?
While bird releases at various celebrations are billed as dove releases, no ethical company would release a true dove. An actual dove is smaller, not a strong flyer, and has no homing instinct. It would be potentially cruel to perform a dove release with members of the species Streptopelia risoria. Related to doves, white homing pigeons are a variety of the species Columba livia domestica. They are slightly larger, have the homing ability, and are stronger flyers. We always use white homing pigeons, as they return home. Unless you are an ornithologist, it is unlikely you will be able to tell the difference between a dove and a white homing pigeon. But no matter your profession, our enthusiastic little performers will capture your heart.
