A giant pigeon statue named Dinosaur in Manhattan is challenging people’s perceptions of pigeons and highlighting their significance in urban environments. The statue, created by artist Iván Argote, serves as a reminder of the precarious nature of humanity’s status on Earth, drawing parallels between dinosaurs and modern humans. Pigeons have a bad reputation in cities like New York, where they are often called “rats with wings,” but experts believe they are misunderstood and underappreciated. Pigeons, also known as rock pigeons, are highly intelligent birds that can recognize words, follow directions, and find their way back home using various navigational cues. They are also monogamous and have a unique mating ritual that sets them apart from other birds. Baby pigeons are rarely seen because they stay in their nests until they are fully grown, and they are born with yellow fluff. Humans have bred about 300 different pigeon breeds over thousands of years, leading to a diverse population of pigeons in cities like New York. Despite their negative reputation, pigeons play an important role in urban ecosystems and have adapted well to living alongside humans. The giant pigeon statue in New York City hopes to change people’s perspectives on these often-overlooked and misunderstood creatures.
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