The pigeon family includes over 300 species worldwide, ranging from familiar city dwellers to rare tropical birds. Notable members include: Pigeons have compact bodies, short legs, and small heads ...

Use of standing dead trees, or "snags," by birds was investigated in the Douglas-fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii) region of western Oregon in spring and summer, 1975 and 1976. Snags were examined in ...

Plan Ahead: Visit early in the morning to feel like you have the whole island to yourself. Pigeon Island appeals to an eclectic mix of travelers. You could get a history lesson about the landmark's ...