Maternal instincts: 3 species of birds that feed 'milk' to their baby chicks
Beyond mammals, certain bird species nourish their young with a milk-like substance. Pigeons and doves produce crop milk, rich in nutrients, essential for chick survival, with both parents participating. Flamingos create a red-pigmented version in their digestive tracts.
Beyond mammals, certain bird species nourish their young with a milk-like substance. Pigeons and doves produce crop milk, rich in nutrients, essential for chick survival, with both parents participating. Flamingos create a red-pigmented version in their digestive tracts.
