Family

Columbidae

Habits

Diurnal,

Habitat

Open Woodland, Cliff-dwelling, wheatgrowing areas, rock holes and cliffs on southern coast and river red gums along the banks of inland rivers.

Breeding

Breeds in all months, 2 eggs, glossy white. Incubation 17-19 days by both sexes, several successive broods. Young fledge in 30-35 days.

Diet

Ominivore, food scraps; grain eaters.

Details

Common Name: Feral Pigeon, Rock Dove Scientific Name: Columba livia
Sub Order: Unavailable Order: Columbiformes
Class: Aves Category: Feral
Status: Introduced Size: 330 - 340 mm.

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