StatusIntroduced
RarityCommon
Height33 cm
Weight350 g
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Did You Know?
3 Facts1
"Rock Pigeons can drink water by sucking it up like a straw through their beaks unlike most birds which need to tilt their head backwards after small sips."
Field Guide
Rock Pigeon
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The Rock Pigeon, introduced to New Zealand in the 19th century for racing and aviculture, is now a familiar sight in urban and rural areas. About the size of a small chicken, these birds come in a variety of colors, from classic blue-grey to pure white.
Distribution Map
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Diet
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