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A dovecote or dovecot (Scots_Language: Doocot) is a structure intended to house Pigeonor Dove. Dovecotes may be square or circular free-standing structures or built into the end of a house or barn. They generally contain Pigeonholefor the birds to nest.Answers.comPigeons and doves were an important food source historically in Western Europe and were kept for their eggs, flesh, and dung.Answers.comIn Scotland the tradition is continued in modern urban areas.

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