Crested Pigeon
Ocyphaps lophotes
Least ConcernAves · Columbiformes · Columbidae
About
The crested pigeon is a bird found widely throughout mainland Australia except for the far northern tropical areas. Only two Australian pigeon species possess an erect crest, the crested pigeon and the spinifex pigeon. The crested pigeon is the larger of the two species. The crested pigeon is sometimes referred to as a topknot pigeon, a common name shared with the reddish crested Lopholaimus antarcticus of Eastern Australia.
Fun Fact
Only two Australian pigeon species possess an erect crest, the crested pigeon and the spinifex pigeon.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Found in lightly wooded grasslands in both rural and urban areas, but they can also be seen at watercourses, homestead gardens, pastoral areas, sports grounds, and golf courses.
Diet
To be updated
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance