Do doves feed their young milk?

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2026-02-06 20:20

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Yes, doves do feed their young a substance often referred to as "pigeon milk," which is not milk in the traditional sense but a nutrient-rich secretion produced by the lining of their crop. Both male and female doves produce this secretion to feed their chicks, especially during the first few days after hatching. This "milk" is essential for the rapid growth and development of the young birds.

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