The common bronzewing (Phaps chalcoptera) is a species of medium-sized, heavily built pigeon. Native to Australia and one of the country's most common pigeons, the common bronzewing is able to live in almost any habitat, with the possible exception of very barren areas and dense rainforests.
Males of the species have pale-yellow to yellow-white foreheads, and pink breasts. Both males and females have an easily discernible white line around and proximate to their eyes. Common bronzewings also have patches of red, blue and green on their wings, a feature which is characteristic of all bronzewing pigeons. Young birds are usually duller in colour and browner than the mature common bronzewing.
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Males of the species have pale-yellow to yellow-white foreheads, and pink breasts. Both males and females have an easily discernible white line around and proximate to their eyes. Common bronzewings also have patches of red, blue and green on their wings, a feature which is characteristic of all bronzewing pigeons. Young birds are usually duller in colour and browner than the mature common bronzewing.
This post is part of the Saturday Critters meme
Oh my goodness. It looks like someone got started with a paintbrush and hasn't finished yet. What a spectacular bird! And a great photo!
ReplyDeletehow special to be able to see and photograph this bird. special making, iridescent colors...i have never seen such a pretty pigeon!! what a great capture of this amazing bird!!
ReplyDeleteHello Nick,
ReplyDeleteYour Bronzewing Pigeon looks beautiful, stunning colors and a great photo.
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