feral pigeon; domestic pigeon
Rare term; more commonly called 土鳩 (どばと). Refers to pigeons living in urban areas, often descended from domestic stock.
See also: ドバト
There are many feral pigeons in the park.
The kanji 堂鳩 is a rare spelling for どばと (feral pigeon). The more common form is 土鳩. The exact origin of the 堂 spelling is uncertain.