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The rock dove, in the pictures, was spotted at the Osaka Station in Osaka, Japan. The bird, which may also be known as the "common pigeon," can be found in urban areas, such as cities. Noticeably, the bird could be colored grayish-blue on the head, a mix of green and violet by the neck, and a mix of white, gray, and black for the rest of the body. According to the U.S. Geological Survey's website, they can grow up to 11 inches in length, and can become "permanent residents" of their habitat.
The bird, shown in the pictures, was found in the city of Osaka, however the sources indicate that they can be found in other urban areas as well.
The side view photo of the rock dove was slightly enhanced, in terms of brightness. Full List of Sources (Not Completely Shown in References): http://www.eol.org/pages/1050069/details... http://www.discoverlife.org/mp/20q https://www.mbr-pwrc.usgs.gov/id/framlst...
Spotted on Dec 31, 2016
Submitted on Dec 31, 2016
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