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This is the return of the a Victoria Crowned Pigeon is very different from the pigeon we see in towns and cities. The crowned pigeon is quite spectacular, being blue in colour and as tall as a turkey (74 cm). It has a large crest of feathers on its head that can be raised - hence its name. It is the largest of all living pigeons and is found in the wild only in New Guinea and some smaller offshore islands nearby.
These beautiful birds forage the forest floor for fruit, seeds and snails. They seem to spend time in small flocks. Very little is known about them in the wild as they live in dense forest. These birds are not usually found near humans anymore but are thought to be just found in the wilder jungles of New Guinea. This angel really reminded me of the punk era!!! This really is a big bird that is just outstandingly beautiful in my eyes anyway! Oh this was taken handheld