Sugar, the World's Oldest Pigeon, Dies at 44

Kathmandu. Generally, the average lifespan of doves and pigeons is around 20 years. However, a white pigeon named Sugar has stunned the world by living more than double the average lifespan of its species.

Born on June 23, 1981, this angelic white pigeon lived for over four decades and successfully registered its name in the Guinness World Records as the world's oldest living pigeon. The bond between Sugar and its 77-year-old owner, Dwayne Orender, was deeply emotional and profound.

According to Dwayne, Sugar was his best friend, and they spent most of their time together. They would sit together to watch their favorite television programs and listen to music.

Sugar was so dependent on its owner that whenever Dwayne was hospitalized or went out for recording sessions, Sugar would stop eating and mourn by lying on the floor of its cage. Sugar would only return to eating normally once Dwayne returned home.

Sugar surpassed the previous record for the world's oldest pigeon by more than 15 years. Dwayne had nurtured a big dream that his beloved bird would live to be 50 and that he would host a special feast for its golden jubilee.

He had planned to celebrate by providing Sugar's favorite foods, whole wheat bagels and popcorn. Unfortunately, Sugar passed away on Easter Sunday.

Although Sugar's physical body is no longer here, the record it set and the story of its unbreakable love with Dwayne will always be remembered. Such a profound friendship between a human and a small bird has won the hearts of animal lovers worldwide.