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Wood pigeon

British pronunciation/wˈʊd pˈɪdʒən/
American pronunciation/wˈʊd pˈɪdʒən/
Wood pigeon
[NOUN]
1

a Eurasian bird of the pigeon family that lives in woodlands

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What is a "wood pigeon"?

A wood pigeon is a medium-sized bird known for its plump body, gentle demeanor, and distinctive cooing calls. With its grayish plumage, lighter underparts, and white neck patches, the wood pigeon displays a subtle beauty. It is often found in woodlands, forests, and parklands, where it can be observed perched on branches or foraging on the ground. Wood pigeons have a varied diet, feeding on seeds, fruits, and buds, playing a role in seed dispersal and forest regeneration. Their gentle cooing calls resonate through the trees, contributing to the tranquil ambiance of their habitats. Despite their somewhat portly appearance, wood pigeons are surprisingly agile in flight, showcasing swift and graceful movements. These birds are a common sight in many regions, serving as a reminder of the harmonious coexistence between nature and urban landscapes.

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1You might have read the news about wallabies getting high on poppy flowers, or perhaps you’ve watched the hilarious video of a New Zealand wood pigeon hanging upside down after eating too much fermented fruit.
2We've got much bigger flocks of wood pigeons and even little things like the Northland green gecko, the mokomoko kākāriki we find a lot more of them now and just the general health of the forest is so much better from the canopy to the understory coming back up it's like day and night when you walk inside the pest control area compared to outside the pest control area.
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