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The average flying speed of domestic pigeon (Columba livia domestica) over a 965 km distance was around 97 km/h ; over a 1457 km distance it was around 80 km/h, which is quite remarkable.

Amazingly captured, Sandor! I wonder why the pigeon does this maneuver in the air? Bravo! Sincerely, Tatiana

Thank you, Tatiana, for the kind note. This is a high-speed maneuver for suddenly changing flying direction either to get something it has noticed (e.g., food) or to avoid another approaching bird. Kind regards, Sandor

Eccezionale immagine oltre che per la straordinaria posa anche per la perfetta messa a fuoco, Bravo, ciao giangiorgio

Grazie Giangiorgio del generoso commento, ciao Sandor

Sandor...The pigeon was extremely quick in executing this manuever and you needed to be equally rapid and precise to get this fabulous stop-action shot.I like how the bird kept a level head making its contortion that much more spectacular.An extra-ordinary image going right to my Favorites!Bravo et salutations-Laurent

Thank you, Laurent, for the kind note. I am very glad you like it. Best,- Sandor

A naturally abstract bird picture. Love the delicacy of color.

Thank you, Jack, for the kind note. Best,- Sandor

Your dove action pictures keep getting better and better!

Thank you, Philip, for the kind note. Best,- Sandor

It's amazing how agile birds can be, Sandor. Excellent focus on the eye. Nice capture of the feet too. Best regards, Paul.

Thank you, Paul, for the generous comment. Best,- Sandor