Crested Pigeon

Bird

The Crested Pigeon is a medium-sized, distinctive bird native to Australia. It has soft grey plumage, a unique crest of feathers on its head, and striking iridescent wing patches. Commonly found in open woodlands, grasslands, and urban areas, the Crested Pigeon feeds on seeds, grasses, and grains. Known for its gentle and curious nature, it often perches in small flocks in trees or on the ground.

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SCIENTIFIC NAME:

Ocyphaps lophotes

FAMILY:

Columbidae

NATIONAL CONSERVATION STATUS:

Least Concern

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Fun Fact:

When alarmed, it produces a characteristic "whistling" sound as it takes flight, created by the wind passing through its wing feathers—not by its vocal cords!