Crested Pigeon
Ocyphaps lophotes
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<birdfyi-bird slug="ocyphaps-lophotes"></birdfyi-bird>About
Slender, 31–35 cm pigeon with grey plumage, brown wings, iridescent wing patches, and a conspicuous upright black-tipped crest. Widespread across Australia in open woodland, grassland, and farmland. Granivore of seeds on the ground. Commonly seen in pairs or small flocks. The crest raises when alarmed. Least Concern.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 32.1 cm | 12.6 in |
| Weight | 201.0 g | 7.09 oz |
Identification
Plumage
Ecuadorian Ground Dove: tiny; brown; plain pale below; iridescent wing spots; short tail; Ecuadorian-Peruvian Pacific slope species
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 18-20 days. Fledging: 16-25 days.
Clutch Size
2
Sound
Song
Loud, whooping display call; distinctive resonant notes with iconic Australian quality carrying across scrubland.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Columbiformes (Pigeons & Doves) |
| Family | Columbidae (Pigeons & Doves) |
| Genus | Ocyphaps |
| Species | Ocyphaps lophotes |
Distribution
Crested Pigeon has been recorded in 5 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Columbidae family