Crested Pigeon - Ocyphaps lophotes

Length 1.0-1.2 ft (31.0-36.0 cm)
Weight 5.3-8.8 oz (150-250 g)
Clutch Size 2
Chicks at birth Altricial
IUCN Conservation Status Least Concern
Continents:OC
     

The Crested Pigeon is found throughout most of mainland Australia. They are one of two pigeons that possess an erect crest. The other pigeon is the Spinifex Pigeon.

Diet is seeds and leaves with some insects and other invertebrates.

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