Flock Bronzewing
Phaps histrionica
Least ConcernAves · Columbiformes · Columbidae
About
The flock bronzewing, also known as the flock pigeon, harlequin bronzewing and the harlequin pigeon is a species of pigeon in the family Columbidae. It is endemic to drier parts of Australia.
Fun Fact
English ornithologist John Gould first described the flock bronzewing, known then as the harlequin bronzewing, in volume five of his book The Birds of Australia.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Habitat is open grassland plains, clumped grasses and small shrubs with open spaces.
Diet
Eating the undigested seeds from cattle dung.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance