also: かわらばと
noun
rock dove; rock pigeon
Refers to the wild species Columba livia, the ancestor of domestic pigeons. Often seen in urban areas.
公園でカワラバトが群れている。
Rock doves are flocking in the park.
カワラバトは都市の環境に適応している。
Rock doves have adapted to urban environments.
Compound of 河原 (kawara, 'dry riverbed') and 鳩 (hato, 'pigeon'), referring to the bird's natural nesting habitat on cliffs and riverbanks.