A rock dove (Columba livia) is depicted in an urban setting in Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal, viewed from an elevated perspective

A rock dove (Columba livia) is depicted in an urban setting in Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal, viewed from an elevated perspective. The bird occupies the lower center of the frame, facing right, exhibiting grey plumage, a darker head, an orange-red eye, a dark beak, and reddish-pink feet. It rests on a light-colored concrete or stone ledge, casting a distinct shadow to its left. Four vertically oriented, heavily rusted metal bars, showing significant paint degradation and corrosion, are prominent in the foreground, partially obscuring the pigeon and the background. Beyond the bars and the pigeon, a sunlit, light-colored balcony or rooftop surface is visible. The background reveals a panorama of residential buildings with various roof types, including red-tiled and flat white structures. A distant white street light with a horizontal arm stands against a clear, light blue sky, with faint outlines of further urban development on the horizon. Strong natural light originates from the right side of the frame, illuminating the scene and creating sharp shadows.