Pigeons live side by side with humans for many centuries, and during this time hundreds of various, sometimes unusual breeds have been bred. But one thing can be said - this is not the case when the ugly duckling eventually turns into a beautiful swan. A descendant of the common rock dove, the Budapest short-billed turman was bred mainly for decorative purposes, and the awkward-looking chicks remain almost the same, with only a few feathers growing with age. This "pug" of the pigeon world looks like a cartoon character created by an artist with a great sense of humor.