The Passenger Pigeon (Ectopistes migratorius).
the scientific name for the passenger pigeon is Ectopistes migratorius
The now extinct passenger pigeon (Ectopistes migratorius)
The passenger Pigeon is extinct.
It got its name from the passenger pigeon (now extinct) whose migration route followed this river valley.
The passenger pigeon has been extinct since 1914.
Moa,elephant bird,and the passenger pigeon
"Passenger Pigeon" is a proper noun because it specifically refers to a unique species of pigeon.
The name "passenger pigeon" is believed to derive from the French word "passager," which means "passing by" or "to pass." This reflects the bird's migratory behavior, as passenger pigeons were known for their massive flocks that would travel long distances in search of food. The term highlights their transient nature and the remarkable size of their migrations, which were once among the most spectacular in North America.
The term 'passenger' was taken from the French word 'passager' which means 'to pass by'. Passenger pigeons took quite a while to 'pass by' because in the 1800's and before, their flocks were so huge. This is probably where the name came from.
That is an exinct pigeon breed. The last one died in 1914. Her name was Martha. She lived an outdansting 29 years.
passenger pigeon
Both were decimated by overhunting. The bison survived, but the passenger pigeon did not.