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Common Bronzewing Fact File

Phaps chalcoptera






Common Bronzewing

Common Bronzewing
Photo: Don & Molly Trounson/Nature Focus





Common Bronzewings are found in almost every habitat type, with the exception of the most barren areas and densest rainforests. They are one of the most plentiful and commonly seen pigeons in Australia. Common Bronzewings are normally seen alone, in pairs or in small flocks, and are rarely found far from water.

 

Further information: http://www.austmus.gov.au/factsheets/common_bronzewing.htm

Distribution:
throughout Australia

Habitat:
urban, rural, forest and woodlands

Status:
Protected

Size:
30 to 36 cm

Call:
a deep "oom", repeated several times