Crested Pigeon
Just like the dove, a pigeon is a part of the family Columbidae as well. They are often referred to as the larger versions of doves. They are also usually bred for meat which are harvested from the younger pigeons, which are called squabs. Pigeons have made contributions of considerable importance to humanity, especially as messengers in times of war.
This is the Crested Pigeon, a stocky pigeon with a conspicuous thin black crest. Most of the plumage is grey-brown, becoming pinker on the underparts. The wings are barred with black, and are decorated with glossy green and purple patches. The head is grey, with a pinkish-red ring around the eye. If startled, this pigeon takes to the air with a characteristic whistling flight, and glides with down turned wings.