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|introduction=The '''Rock Dove''' is a type of bird [[Friend]] that debuted in the original [[Kemono Friends (2015 Mobile Game)|Kemono Friends mobile game]]. She has since appeared in [[Kemono Friends Festival]]. | |introduction=The '''Rock Dove''' is a type of bird [[Friend]] that debuted in the original [[Kemono Friends (2015 Mobile Game)|Kemono Friends mobile game]]. She has since appeared in [[Kemono Friends Festival]]. | ||
|appearance=Gray is the primary color of this | |appearance=Gray is the primary color of this Friend: Rock Dove has mid-gray hair with slightly darker gray tips that goes down to her ribs. There is one thick center bang that is a much darker gray with a white heart-shaped "puff" at the base, likely representing the real life animals' beak [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Beak#Operculum operculum]. The wings on the side of her head are a very soft gray which alternates between that and dark gray stripes and tips. Her eyes do not follow this trend, and are a bright amber orange hue with a yellowish circle around her pupils. | ||
The shirt is another shade of dark gray, almost matching her center bang, whereas the vest is the same light shade as her wings. There is a pocket on the left side. The skirt is the same dark gray shade as the shirt, but has a single light gray strip in the middle (like her vest color). Her leggings are also the same shade as her vest. | The shirt is another shade of dark gray, almost matching her center bang, whereas the vest is the same light shade as her wings. There is a pocket on the left side. The skirt is the same dark gray shade as the shirt, but has a single light gray strip in the middle (like her vest color). Her leggings are also the same shade as her vest. | ||
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|reallife=[[File:Kabootar Kordestan.jpg|thumb|upright=1.0|left|Rock dove in Iran. Photo by [https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Kabootar_Kordestan.jpg Γεωργός], 2021.]] | |reallife=[[File:Kabootar Kordestan.jpg|thumb|upright=1.0|left|Rock dove in Iran. Photo by [https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Kabootar_Kordestan.jpg Γεωργός], 2021.]] | ||
The Rock Dove is a type of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Columbidae | The Rock Dove is a type of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Columbidae columbid] found in a wide variety of environments. They originated in western and southern Europe, North Africa, and parts of South Asia. Between 1603 and 1607, they were carried into the [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/New_World New World] aboard European ships. [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fossil Fossil] evidence suggests it originated somewhere in southern Asia; skeletal remains unearthed in Israel confirm its existence there for at least 300,000 years. However, this species has such a long history with humans that it is impossible to identify its original range exactly. | ||
Rock Doves have a [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Commensalism commensal] relationship with humans: they have ample access to food and shelter near and around human civilizations, whereas humans do not particularly benefit from them. Structures such as skyscrapers, highway overpasses, farm buildings, abandoned buildings, etc. provide an excellent imitation of cliff structures, making rock doves very common around human habitats. However [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Feral_pigeon feral pigeons] are usually unable to find these accommodations. They instead nest on building ledges, walls or statues. Unfortunately they may damage these structures via their feces; starving birds can only excrete urates, which over time corrodes masonry and metal. In contrast, a well-fed bird passes mostly solid feces, containing only small amounts of uric acid. | Rock Doves have a [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Commensalism commensal] relationship with humans: they have ample access to food and shelter near and around human civilizations, whereas humans do not particularly benefit from them. Structures such as skyscrapers, highway overpasses, farm buildings, abandoned buildings, etc. provide an excellent imitation of cliff structures, making rock doves very common around human habitats. However [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Feral_pigeon feral pigeons] are usually unable to find these accommodations. They instead nest on building ledges, walls or statues. Unfortunately they may damage these structures via their feces; starving birds can only excrete urates, which over time corrodes masonry and metal. In contrast, a well-fed bird passes mostly solid feces, containing only small amounts of uric acid. | ||
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Unlike [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Homing_pigeon homing] and [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carrier_pigeon carrier] (messenger) pigeons, which are renowned for their ability to find their way home from long distances, rock doves rarely leave their local area. While their wild lifespan is around 3-5 years, in human care they can live up to 15 years. | Unlike [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Homing_pigeon homing] and [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carrier_pigeon carrier] (messenger) pigeons, which are renowned for their ability to find their way home from long distances, rock doves rarely leave their local area. While their wild lifespan is around 3-5 years, in human care they can live up to 15 years. | ||
[[File:Rock_dove_-_natures_pics.jpg|200px|thumb|right| Feral | [[File:Rock_dove_-_natures_pics.jpg|200px|thumb|right|Feral rock dove at the Burnaby Lake Regional Park in Burnaby, BC, Canada. Photo by Alan D. Wilson via www.naturespicsonline.com]] | ||
|trivia=* Other names include "rock pigeon" and "common pigeon" | |trivia=* Other names include "rock pigeon" and "common pigeon". | ||
* There are | * There are twelve recognized subspecies, including the European rock dove, the Egyptian rock dove, and the Indian rock dove. | ||
* The [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Domestic_pigeon domestic pigeon] (Columba livia domestica) descended from this species. | * The [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Domestic_pigeon domestic pigeon] (''Columba livia domestica'') descended from this species. | ||
* Escaped domestic pigeons have increased the populations of feral pigeons around the world. | * Escaped domestic pigeons have increased the populations of feral pigeons around the world. | ||
* Males are called cocks, | * Males are called "cocks", females are called "hens", and young nestlings are called "squabs". | ||
|reference=* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rock_dove Wikipedia Page] | |reference=* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rock_dove Wikipedia Page] | ||
* Gibbs, David; Eustace Barnes; John Cox (2010-06-30). [https://books.google.com/books?id=r__Tx8QKQfMC Pigeons and Doves: A Guide to the Pigeons and Doves of the World.] United Kingdom: Pica Press. ISBN 978-1-873403-60-0. | * Gibbs, David; Eustace Barnes; John Cox (2010-06-30). [https://books.google.com/books?id=r__Tx8QKQfMC Pigeons and Doves: A Guide to the Pigeons and Doves of the World.] United Kingdom: Pica Press. ISBN 978-1-873403-60-0. | ||
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Rock Dove
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| AKA | Rock Pigeon
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| Romaji | Kawarabato
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| Debut | Kemono Friends (2015 Game) | ||
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| Scientific Name | Columba livia
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| Distribution | West/South Europe, North Africa, South Asia
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| Diet | Herbivore
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| Avg. Lifespan | 6 years
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| Read More | Rock Dove
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| Rock Dove | Season 2 | Festival | KF3 | Nexon Game | Gallery |
The Rock Dove is a type of bird Friend that debuted in the original Kemono Friends mobile game. She has since appeared in Kemono Friends Festival.
Appearance
Gray is the primary color of this Friend: Rock Dove has mid-gray hair with slightly darker gray tips that goes down to her ribs. There is one thick center bang that is a much darker gray with a white heart-shaped "puff" at the base, likely representing the real life animals' beak operculum. The wings on the side of her head are a very soft gray which alternates between that and dark gray stripes and tips. Her eyes do not follow this trend, and are a bright amber orange hue with a yellowish circle around her pupils.
The shirt is another shade of dark gray, almost matching her center bang, whereas the vest is the same light shade as her wings. There is a pocket on the left side. The skirt is the same dark gray shade as the shirt, but has a single light gray strip in the middle (like her vest color). Her leggings are also the same shade as her vest.
Again not following the gray trend, she has a scarf and wristbands that are a purple and turquoise gradient (also like the real life animal's iridescent neck and chest feathers). Lastly, her shoes and socks are a light salmon color with white toe caps and laces.
Series Appearances
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In Real Life
The Rock Dove is a type of columbid found in a wide variety of environments. They originated in western and southern Europe, North Africa, and parts of South Asia. Between 1603 and 1607, they were carried into the New World aboard European ships. Fossil evidence suggests it originated somewhere in southern Asia; skeletal remains unearthed in Israel confirm its existence there for at least 300,000 years. However, this species has such a long history with humans that it is impossible to identify its original range exactly.
Rock Doves have a commensal relationship with humans: they have ample access to food and shelter near and around human civilizations, whereas humans do not particularly benefit from them. Structures such as skyscrapers, highway overpasses, farm buildings, abandoned buildings, etc. provide an excellent imitation of cliff structures, making rock doves very common around human habitats. However feral pigeons are usually unable to find these accommodations. They instead nest on building ledges, walls or statues. Unfortunately they may damage these structures via their feces; starving birds can only excrete urates, which over time corrodes masonry and metal. In contrast, a well-fed bird passes mostly solid feces, containing only small amounts of uric acid.
Unlike homing and carrier (messenger) pigeons, which are renowned for their ability to find their way home from long distances, rock doves rarely leave their local area. While their wild lifespan is around 3-5 years, in human care they can live up to 15 years.
Trivia
- Other names include "rock pigeon" and "common pigeon".
- There are twelve recognized subspecies, including the European rock dove, the Egyptian rock dove, and the Indian rock dove.
- The domestic pigeon (Columba livia domestica) descended from this species.
- Escaped domestic pigeons have increased the populations of feral pigeons around the world.
- Males are called "cocks", females are called "hens", and young nestlings are called "squabs".
References
- Wikipedia Page
- Gibbs, David; Eustace Barnes; John Cox (2010-06-30). Pigeons and Doves: A Guide to the Pigeons and Doves of the World. United Kingdom: Pica Press. ISBN 978-1-873403-60-0.
- Blechman, Andrew (2007). Pigeons-The fascinating saga of the world's most revered and reviled bird. St Lucia, Queensland: University of Queensland Press. ISBN 978-0-7022-3641-9.