Crested Pigeon
Crested Pigeon
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The Crested Pigeon is an iconic Australian bird, easily identified by its slender, erect black crest and a unique whistling sound produced by its wings during flight. It is highly adaptable and has successfully colonized various environments.
Where to spot
Widely distributed across mainland Australia, found in a diverse range of habitats from open woodlands and grasslands to urban parks and gardens.
How to spot
Look for its prominent, thin black crest and pinkish-brown plumage with iridescent green and purple patches on the wings. Observe its characteristic head-bobbing walk and listen for the distinctive wing-whistle upon takeoff.
When to spot
Active throughout the day, often seen foraging on lawns, roadsides, and open ground. Most vocal in the early morning and late afternoon.
Where to spot
Widely distributed across mainland Australia, found in a diverse range of habitats from open woodlands and grasslands to urban parks and gardens.
How to spot
Look for its prominent, thin black crest and pinkish-brown plumage with iridescent green and purple patches on the wings. Observe its characteristic head-bobbing walk and listen for the distinctive wing-whistle upon takeoff.
When to spot
Active throughout the day, often seen foraging on lawns, roadsides, and open ground. Most vocal in the early morning and late afternoon.
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Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
The whistling sound made by the Crested Pigeon's wings is created by specialized primary feathers, acting as an alarm signal to other birds in the flock when it takes off suddenly.
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