
Western Crowned pigeon
Scientific name: Columba livia domesticus 'Western Crowned'
Western Crowned pigeon
Scientific name: Columba livia domesticus 'Western Crowned'

Description

Cloaked in striking blue-grey feathers, boasting a regal crested head with a lacelike pattern, the western Crowned pigeon reigns as one of the largest extant pigeon species. Renowned for its lustrous plumage and tranquil cooing, it underscores its uniqueness through an almost-human-like walking technique and infamous monogamous nature.

Scientific Classification

Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Pigeons and doves Family
Dove Genus
Old World Pigeons Species
Rock Pigeon