Distribution: Found throughout eastern and southeastern Australia.
Environment: Prefers open woodlands, grassy plains, and urban areas, including parks and gardens. It is adaptable to various environments.
Diet
Primary Food: Seeds and grains. It may also eat small fruits and occasionally small insects.
Feeding Behavior: Forages on the ground, pecking at seeds and other food sources.
Breeding
Nesting: Builds nests in trees or shrubs, using twigs and leaves to create a simple, loosely constructed platform.
Egg Quantity: Typically lays 1-2 eggs per clutch.
Incubation Period: About 12-14 days.
Fledging: Chicks fledge (leave the nest) around 10-15 days after hatching.
Lifespan
In the Wild: Generally around 5-7 years.
In Captivity: Can live up to 10 years or more, depending on care and living conditions.
Behavior
Social Structure: Often seen in pairs or small flocks. The Crested Pigeon is known for its gentle and non-aggressive nature.
Vocalization: Produces a soft, cooing call and has a distinctive whistling sound made by its wings during flight, which is often described as a “whistling” or “trumpeting” sound.
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