Pigeons or pigeons, or pigeons or parabats are a popular domesticated bird. Its meat is used as human food.

Pigeons or pigeons, or pigeons or para bits are a popular domesticated bird. Its meat is used as human food. In ancient times, letters were exchanged through pigeons. Pigeon racing has been in vogue since ancient times. The scientific name of livestock pigeon is Columba livia domestica. All domestic pigeons originate from the Columba livia.

About 200 species of pigeons are found on earth. There are about 30 types of pigeons in Bangladesh. There are pigeons everywhere in Bangladesh. Bangladesh's climate and wide ranch are extremely useful for rearing pigeons. Previously, pigeons were used as news carriers, play birds. But it is currently being used as a source of nutrition, prosperity, growth and alternative income for the family. They can contribute to socio-economic development through proper care, maintenance, and management. Pigeon breeding is no longer limited to hobbies and entertainment but has now become a lucrative business. Apart from enhancing the beauty of the pigeon-house and environment, it can be reared at a low cost and with little hassle. Girbajar is popular among pigeon breeds in Bangladesh.