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The Australian pigeon native from Australia is also known as the crested pigeon, they mainly seen in Australia. The crested pigeon and the spinifex pigeon are the two only Australian pigeon species having an erect crest. In Mauritius you can find some of the Australian pigeons in the Casela Park. The crested pigeon can attain a length of thirty forty, their usual colour are grey to brown. The habitat of the Australian pigeons is brush areas and grasslands but are also seen near pastoral areas, at watercourses and sports grounds. In the Casela Park are seen other bird species and other animals as tigers, tortoises and monkeys. The food of the crested pigeons is mainly native seeds and sometimes, crops, insects and leaves.
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