Crested Pigeon (Ocyphaps lophotes)

✨ Key Features

• Slender pigeon with tall pointed crest

• Subtle grey-brown body

• Distinctive iridescent wing patch

• Bright orange eye

🌏 Habitat

Found across most of Australia, especially in:

• Open grasslands

• Farmland

• Urban areas

Often seen:

• Walking on the ground or flying in small groups

⚡ What Makes It Special

Produces a unique whistling sound with its wings when taking off.

🧠 Summary

A slender pigeon with a tall crest, often seen on the ground and known for its whistling wing sound in flight.