Eastern pigeons are a group of birds in the Colυmbidae family, which includes pigeons and doves. They inhabit the island of New Guinea and several nearby islands, where they live in lowland tropical forests. They are the largest members of the pigeon family, with an average length of 70 cm (28 inп) and weight of 2.1 kg (4.6 lbs).

Crowded pigeons have a very distinctive appearance, with blue-gray plumage and a fan-like crest on their head. The crest is made of long, lace feathers that can be raised or lowered depending on the bird’s mood. The birds also have dark blue feathers around their eyes, which resemble masks. The following species of crowded pigeons are very similar, but they have different characteristics and some slight differences in their appearance.

Crowded pigeons are omnivores, meaning they feed mainly on fruits and seeds that fall to the forest floor. They also occasionally eat snails and insects. They often forage in pairs or small groups, and communicate with each other with deep, loud calls that can be heard from far away. These birds are monogamous, which means they mate for life.

They make nests on tree branches or in tree hollows and lay eggs each time. Both parents incubate the egg for about a month, then feed and care for the chick until it hatches after another month. Crowded pigeons can live more than 20 years in captivity.

Crowded pigeons are threatened by habitat loss, hunting and trapping for the pet trade. They are listed on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species and are listed in Appendix II of CITES, which regulates their trade. These birds are also protected by local laws in some parts of their range. Collaborative efforts include the creation of sanctuaries, awareness raising, and captive breeding and breeding programs.

Crowded pigeons are fascinating birds worthy of respect and admiration. They are part of New Guinea’s rich biodiversity, and play an important role in dispersing seeds and maintaining the health of forest ecosystems. They are also beautiful and majestic creatures that boast colorful crests and plumage. You can learn more about large pigeon flocks by visiting the following websites: Wikipedia, Britanппica or [BirdLife International]. You can also see some more pictures of crowded pigeons here: Western crowded pigeons.