RarityCommon
Height33 cm
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"Despite their plump appearance, they're fast flyers, reaching speeds that help them escape predators with quick, direct flight."
Field Guide
Common Bronzewing
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The Common Bronzewing *(Phaps chalcoptera)* is one of Australia's most widespread native pigeons. This plump, colourful bird combines earthy browns with flashes of iridescent colour on its wings. Though cautious by nature, these birds can be found across almost the entire continent.
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