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Dissection of Pigeon (With Diagram) | Vertebrates | Chordata | Zoology

The coelom of birds (pigeon) is well developed and divided into two cavities, anterior thoracic and posterior abdominal cavities, by a membranous oblique septum or diaphragm. The thoracic cavity has two dorso-lateral pleural cavities, each enclosing a lung. The two pleural cavities are separated from each other by the antero-ventral pericardial cavity enclosing the heart lying in the middle between [...]

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Sense Organs in Pigeons (With Diagram) | Vertebrates | Chordata | Zoology

The pigeon, like other vertebrates, has receptors or sense organs for touch, smell, taste, sight and hearing which are stimulated by the environment. These sense organs are termed external receptors or exteroceptors. The pigeon possesses following exteroceptors: 1. Tactile Organs: These are poorly developed in birds due to feathery covering of the body. Tactile organs of pigeon remain confined to [...]

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External Features of Pigeon (With Diagram) | Chordata | Zoology

In this article we will discuss about  the external features of pigeon with the help of suitable diagrams. Shape and Size: The spindle-shaped or fusiform body of Blue Rock Pigeon is about 33 cm in length and is well adapted for rapid movement through the air. Coloration: Except the eyes and the feet which are pink, rest of the body [...]

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