Miami MetroZoo/ June 1, 2008

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Brown Pelican

Unique among the world's seven species of pelicans, the Brown Pelican (Pelecanus occidentalis) is found along the ocean shores and not on inland lakes. It is the only dark pelican, and also the only one that plunges from the air into the water to catch its food. The sexes look alike with the male being only slightly larger. Shooting for feathers and to "protect" fishing caused declines in pelican populations in the first half of the 20th century. Pesticide poisoning, especially by DDT, caused severe declines across the range in the late 1950s and the extirpation from Louisiana ("the pelican state"). It was listed as Endangered throughout the range in 1970. The ban on DDT led to a population recovery, and it was removed from the Endangered Species list in Atlantic Coast states in 1985. Breeding numbers in most states are stable or increasing, and the total population in the United States now exceeds historical levels. [B]

Common Moorhen with Chicks

The Common Moorhen (Gallinula chloropus) is the most widely distributed member of the rail family. Vocal and boldly marked, the species can be quite conspicuous, sometimes using its long toes to walk atop floating vegetation.

Common Moorhen with Chicks

The Common Moorhen (Gallinula chloropus) is the most widely distributed member of the rail family. Vocal and boldly marked, the species can be quite conspicuous, sometimes using its long toes to walk atop floating vegetation.

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Black-necked Swan

The Black-necked Swan (Cygnus melanocoryphus) is the largest waterfowl native to South America. They spend almost all of their time in water. They actually have difficulty walking on land, since their legs are set so far back on their body (to help in swimming). A tidbit of information: Male swans are called cobs, females are called pens, and baby swans are known as cygnets.

Black-necked Swan

The Black-necked Swan (Cygnus melanocoryphus) is the largest waterfowl native to South America. They spend almost all of their time in water. They actually have difficulty walking on land, since their legs are set so far back on their body (to help in swimming). A tidbit of information: Male swans are called cobs, females are called pens, and baby swans are known as cygnets.

Caribbean Flamingo

The Caribbean Flamingo (Phoenicopterus ruber), also called the American flamingo, is the most brightly colored and largest of all flamingos. With their bright feathers and strongly hooked bills, flamingos are among the most easily recognized waterbirds. Their pink or reddish color comes from the rich sources of carotenoid pigments (like the pigments of carrots) in the algae and small crustaceans that the birds eat. The Caribbean flamingos are the brightest, showing their true colors of red, pink, or orange on their legs, bills, and faces. They are a scarlet pink color overall and have black primary feathers. Their bill is downward bending at its midpoint. They have large bodies and flexible long necks topped with a small head. The flamingo's long legs and feet are bare, and their toes are webbed, which is good for wading. Young birds are mostly grey and do not develop their characteristic pink until after the first year. The sexes are similar in appearance.

Caribbean Flamingo

The Caribbean Flamingo (Phoenicopterus ruber), also called the American flamingo, is the most brightly colored and largest of all flamingos. With their bright feathers and strongly hooked bills, flamingos are among the most easily recognized waterbirds. Their pink or reddish color comes from the rich sources of carotenoid pigments (like the pigments of carrots) in the algae and small crustaceans that the birds eat. The Caribbean flamingos are the brightest, showing their true colors of red, pink, or orange on their legs, bills, and faces. They are a scarlet pink color overall and have black primary feathers. Their bill is downward bending at its midpoint. They have large bodies and flexible long necks topped with a small head. The flamingo's long legs and feet are bare, and their toes are webbed, which is good for wading. Young birds are mostly grey and do not develop their characteristic pink until after the first year. The sexes are similar in appearance.

White Ibis

The White Ibis (Eudocimus albus) is one of the most numerous wading birds in Florida and is common elsewhere in the southeast. The White Ibis is highly sociable at all seasons, roosting and feeding in flocks, and nesting in large colonies. Immature White Ibis are dark brownish with a white belly, white rump, and curved red bill. The White Ibis is an excellent example of the colonial waterbird. These birds nest in huge colonies in fresh water marshes or along the ocean coast. Researchers have counted 60,000-80,000 individuals in one colony in the Everglades National Park, Florida. During the day, White Ibis may fly up to 15 miles or more to find small crustaceans, fish, frogs, and aquatic insects to eat and to feed their young. When breeding, the bill, face, and legs turn scarlet. White Ibis can be found along the coast of North Carolina to Florida and Texas.

Siamang

Inflated sac ... get ready :)The Siamang (Symphalangus syndactylus) (SEE-uh-mang) belong to the family Hylobatidae, which includes all 11 gibbon (or lesser ape) species. It is the largest of the lesser apes. Siamangs are native to the island of Sumatra and the Malay Peninsula. Siamangs sing so loudly that it can be heard for up to 3 miles (4.8 km). To produce this loud call, Siamangs have a hairless, reddish-brown or gray throat (laryngeal) pouch which acts as a resonator to enhance the carrying of their call. When not in use, the pouch is hidden under their long, shaggy, jet-black fur. When inflated, the pouch is about the size of a Siamang's head, and amplifies its hooting and barking to ear-splitting levels. Usually involving the adult pair, the male and female sing different but coordinated parts; songs have a definite beginning, middle and end. Each elaborate duet begins slowly, then accelerates in speed. A song lasts about 18 seconds and is repeated for about 15 minutes. The Siamang is the largest of the lesser apes. Siamangs and gibbons are the only anthropoid apes that habitually walk erect like humans. In their treetop habitat, they will walk along a vine as if on a tightrope with their hands held high for balance. The Siamang is distinctive for two reasons. The first is that two fingers on each hand are fused together (hence the name "syndactylus"). The second is the large "gular sac" (found in the male of the species), which is a throat pouch that can be inflated to the size of its head, allowing the Siamang to make loud resonating calls or songs. Status: Endangered --> Status information found at The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species

Siamang

There it is ... The Siamang (Symphalangus syndactylus) (SEE-uh-mang) belong to the family Hylobatidae, which includes all 11 gibbon (or lesser ape) species. It is the largest of the lesser apes. Siamangs are native to the island of Sumatra and the Malay Peninsula. Siamangs sing so loudly that it can be heard for up to 3 miles (4.8 km). To produce this loud call, Siamangs have a hairless, reddish-brown or gray throat (laryngeal) pouch which acts as a resonator to enhance the carrying of their call. When not in use, the pouch is hidden under their long, shaggy, jet-black fur. When inflated, the pouch is about the size of a Siamang's head, and amplifies its hooting and barking to ear-splitting levels. Usually involving the adult pair, the male and female sing different but coordinated parts; songs have a definite beginning, middle and end. Each elaborate duet begins slowly, then accelerates in speed. A song lasts about 18 seconds and is repeated for about 15 minutes. The Siamang is the largest of the lesser apes. Siamangs and gibbons are the only anthropoid apes that habitually walk erect like humans. In their treetop habitat, they will walk along a vine as if on a tightrope with their hands held high for balance. The Siamang is distinctive for two reasons. The first is that two fingers on each hand are fused together (hence the name "syndactylus"). The second is the large "gular sac" (found in the male of the species), which is a throat pouch that can be inflated to the size of its head, allowing the Siamang to make loud resonating calls or songs. Status: Endangered --> Status information found at The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species

Siamang

The sac is beginning to inflate again . . . The Siamang (Symphalangus syndactylus) (SEE-uh-mang) belong to the family Hylobatidae, which includes all 11 gibbon (or lesser ape) species. It is the largest of the lesser apes. Siamangs are native to the island of Sumatra and the Malay Peninsula. Siamangs sing so loudly that it can be heard for up to 3 miles (4.8 km). To produce this loud call, Siamangs have a hairless, reddish-brown or gray throat (laryngeal) pouch which acts as a resonator to enhance the carrying of their call. When not in use, the pouch is hidden under their long, shaggy, jet-black fur. When inflated, the pouch is about the size of a Siamang's head, and amplifies its hooting and barking to ear-splitting levels. Usually involving the adult pair, the male and female sing different but coordinated parts; songs have a definite beginning, middle and end. Each elaborate duet begins slowly, then accelerates in speed. A song lasts about 18 seconds and is repeated for about 15 minutes. The Siamang is the largest of the lesser apes. Siamangs and gibbons are the only anthropoid apes that habitually walk erect like humans. In their treetop habitat, they will walk along a vine as if on a tightrope with their hands held high for balance. The Siamang is distinctive for two reasons. The first is that two fingers on each hand are fused together (hence the name "syndactylus"). The second is the large "gular sac" (found in the male of the species), which is a throat pouch that can be inflated to the size of its head, allowing the Siamang to make loud resonating calls or songs. Status: Endangered --> Status information found at The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species

Siamang

. . . inflating more . . . The Siamang (Symphalangus syndactylus) (SEE-uh-mang) belong to the family Hylobatidae, which includes all 11 gibbon (or lesser ape) species. It is the largest of the lesser apes. Siamangs are native to the island of Sumatra and the Malay Peninsula. Siamangs sing so loudly that it can be heard for up to 3 miles (4.8 km). To produce this loud call, Siamangs have a hairless, reddish-brown or gray throat (laryngeal) pouch which acts as a resonator to enhance the carrying of their call. When not in use, the pouch is hidden under their long, shaggy, jet-black fur. When inflated, the pouch is about the size of a Siamang's head, and amplifies its hooting and barking to ear-splitting levels. Usually involving the adult pair, the male and female sing different but coordinated parts; songs have a definite beginning, middle and end. Each elaborate duet begins slowly, then accelerates in speed. A song lasts about 18 seconds and is repeated for about 15 minutes. The Siamang is the largest of the lesser apes. Siamangs and gibbons are the only anthropoid apes that habitually walk erect like humans. In their treetop habitat, they will walk along a vine as if on a tightrope with their hands held high for balance. The Siamang is distinctive for two reasons. The first is that two fingers on each hand are fused together (hence the name "syndactylus"). The second is the large "gular sac" (found in the male of the species), which is a throat pouch that can be inflated to the size of its head, allowing the Siamang to make loud resonating calls or songs. Status: Endangered --> Status information found at The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species

Siamang

. . . the sac is getting bigger so get ready . . . The Siamang (Symphalangus syndactylus) (SEE-uh-mang) belong to the family Hylobatidae, which includes all 11 gibbon (or lesser ape) species. It is the largest of the lesser apes. Siamangs are native to the island of Sumatra and the Malay Peninsula. Siamangs sing so loudly that it can be heard for up to 3 miles (4.8 km). To produce this loud call, Siamangs have a hairless, reddish-brown or gray throat (laryngeal) pouch which acts as a resonator to enhance the carrying of their call. When not in use, the pouch is hidden under their long, shaggy, jet-black fur. When inflated, the pouch is about the size of a Siamang's head, and amplifies its hooting and barking to ear-splitting levels. Usually involving the adult pair, the male and female sing different but coordinated parts; songs have a definite beginning, middle and end. Each elaborate duet begins slowly, then accelerates in speed. A song lasts about 18 seconds and is repeated for about 15 minutes. The Siamang is the largest of the lesser apes. Siamangs and gibbons are the only anthropoid apes that habitually walk erect like humans. In their treetop habitat, they will walk along a vine as if on a tightrope with their hands held high for balance. The Siamang is distinctive for two reasons. The first is that two fingers on each hand are fused together (hence the name "syndactylus"). The second is the large "gular sac" (found in the male of the species), which is a throat pouch that can be inflated to the size of its head, allowing the Siamang to make loud resonating calls or songs. Status: Endangered --> Status information found at The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species

Siamang

. . . let it rip!!!!!!!!!!!!! The Siamang (Symphalangus syndactylus) (SEE-uh-mang) belong to the family Hylobatidae, which includes all 11 gibbon (or lesser ape) species. It is the largest of the lesser apes. Siamangs are native to the island of Sumatra and the Malay Peninsula. Siamangs sing so loudly that it can be heard for up to 3 miles (4.8 km). To produce this loud call, Siamangs have a hairless, reddish-brown or gray throat (laryngeal) pouch which acts as a resonator to enhance the carrying of their call. When not in use, the pouch is hidden under their long, shaggy, jet-black fur. When inflated, the pouch is about the size of a Siamang's head, and amplifies its hooting and barking to ear-splitting levels. Usually involving the adult pair, the male and female sing different but coordinated parts; songs have a definite beginning, middle and end. Each elaborate duet begins slowly, then accelerates in speed. A song lasts about 18 seconds and is repeated for about 15 minutes. The Siamang is the largest of the lesser apes. Siamangs and gibbons are the only anthropoid apes that habitually walk erect like humans. In their treetop habitat, they will walk along a vine as if on a tightrope with their hands held high for balance. The Siamang is distinctive for two reasons. The first is that two fingers on each hand are fused together (hence the name "syndactylus"). The second is the large "gular sac" (found in the male of the species), which is a throat pouch that can be inflated to the size of its head, allowing the Siamang to make loud resonating calls or songs. Status: Endangered --> Status information found at The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species

Siamang

The Siamang (Symphalangus syndactylus) (SEE-uh-mang) belong to the family Hylobatidae, which includes all 11 gibbon (or lesser ape) species. It is the largest of the lesser apes. Siamangs are native to the island of Sumatra and the Malay Peninsula. Siamangs sing so loudly that it can be heard for up to 3 miles (4.8 km). To produce this loud call, Siamangs have a hairless, reddish-brown or gray throat (laryngeal) pouch which acts as a resonator to enhance the carrying of their call. When not in use, the pouch is hidden under their long, shaggy, jet-black fur. When inflated, the pouch is about the size of a Siamang's head, and amplifies its hooting and barking to ear-splitting levels. Usually involving the adult pair, the male and female sing different but coordinated parts; songs have a definite beginning, middle and end. Each elaborate duet begins slowly, then accelerates in speed. A song lasts about 18 seconds and is repeated for about 15 minutes. The Siamang is the largest of the lesser apes. Siamangs and gibbons are the only anthropoid apes that habitually walk erect like humans. In their treetop habitat, they will walk along a vine as if on a tightrope with their hands held high for balance. The Siamang is distinctive for two reasons. The first is that two fingers on each hand are fused together (hence the name "syndactylus"). The second is the large "gular sac" (found in the male of the species), which is a throat pouch that can be inflated to the size of its head, allowing the Siamang to make loud resonating calls or songs. Status: Endangered --> Status information found at The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species [B]

Lesser Whistling Duck

Lesser Whistling Duck aka Indian Whistling Duck or Javan Whistling duck (Dendrocygna javanica)

White-cheeked Bulbul

White-cheeked Bulbul (Pycnonotus leucogenys) Look closely . . . this little guy is upside down, with head twisted almost 360 degrees, eating the berries :)

Common Merganser

The Common Merganser (Mergus merganser) is a large diving duck with a long thin bill that is found along large lakes and rivers across the northern hemisphere. The long bill has toothy projections along its edges that help the duck hold onto its slippery fish prey.

Mindanao Bleeding-heart Dove

Mindanao Bleeding-heart Dove (Gallicolumba crinigera) - The name "bleeding-heart" comes from the patch of red on the breast of these birds, otherwise, they are grey above and paler buff below. Bleeding-heart doves live only in the Philippines. This is a dove that spends much of its time as a chicken does, on the ground among the dead leaves, looking for food. Generally, they live in dense forest. Like other doves and pigeons, the Mindanao Bleeding-heart Dove stays in touch with other flock members by a series of coos. Males also woo females using a series of coos. Status: Vulnerable --> Status information found at The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species

Radjah Shelduck

The Radjah Shelduck (Tadorna radjah) inhabits the mangrove forests and coastline of New Guinea and Australia. In Australia, its primary range is coastal tropical northern Australia, from central Queensland through northern Northern Territory (including Kakadu National Park) to the Kimberley in Western Australia. Both the male and female of the species are mostly white, with dark wingtips and a distinctive "collar" of dark feathers. Seen from above in flight, the birds have green bands on the tops of their wings. The female has a harsh rattle and the male has a breathy, sore-throat whistle.

Radjah Shelduck

The Radjah Shelduck (Tadorna radjah) inhabits the mangrove forests and coastline of New Guinea and Australia. In Australia, its primary range is coastal tropical northern Australia, from central Queensland through northern Northern Territory (including Kakadu National Park) to the Kimberley in Western Australia. Both the male and female of the species are mostly white, with dark wingtips and a distinctive "collar" of dark feathers. Seen from above in flight, the birds have green bands on the tops of their wings. The female has a harsh rattle and the male has a breathy, sore-throat whistle.

Masked Lapwing

The Masked Lapwing (Vanellus miles) is a large, ground-dwelling birds that are closely related to the waders. They are unmistakable in both appearance and voice, which is a loud "kekekekekekekek." [B]

Pied Imperial Pigeon

The Pied Imperial Pigeon (Ducula bicolor) is a large plump pigeon, 14-17.6 inches length, with an 18-inch wingspan. It is entirely white or pale cream, apart from black flight feathers (remiges) and tail (rectrices) feathers. The head can be brown, soiled by eating fruit. Its flight is fast and direct, with the regular beats and an occasional sharp flick of the wings which are characteristic of pigeons in general. Males that display fly steeply up, pause, tip forward and then glide downwards. This is an arboreal dove, feeding almost exclusively on fruit. Calls made by the birds are a deep "mrrrooooo", "roo-ca-hoo" and "up-ooooo." The birds were once present in large colonies in Cairns, Australia but were subject to mass slaughter in the 19th Century because they were thought as pests. The population is now slowly improving because of their protected status in Australia.

Oriental Magpie Robin

The Oriental Magpie Robin (Copsychus saularis) is a native species in Singapore, where it is known by the Malay names Kampung/Cerang. Once very common in the 1920s, it was pushed to near extinction by the 1970s, largely due to the introduction of mynahs, illegal poaching, and the disappearance of its natural habitat in the face of rapid urbanisation. Attempts to reintroduce the bird were conducted in the 1980s, but the species remains vulnerable and hence protected by law. It is a commonly found species in Hong Kong and Bangladesh, where it is the national bird.

Mandarin Duck

The Mandarin Duck (Aix galericulata) is a medium-sized perching duck, closely related to the North American Wood Duck. During molting periods when the Mandarin sheds its feathers, the males resemble females but can be distinguished by the red bill. The Mandarin was known and revered in Asia well before the birth of Christ. Westerners were quick to discover them when they began to visit that area of the world -- captive Mandarins were brought to Europe as early as the 1700s. Mandarin Ducks are frequently featured in Oriental art and are regarded as a symbol of conjugal affection and fidelity.

Bali Myna

The Bali Myna (Leucopsar rothschildi) also known as the Bali Starling or Rothschild’s Mynah, is a member of the starling family and is endemic to the island of Bali, Indonesia. In 2001, only 6 individuals were left in the wild – all located within a small section of Bali Barat National Park. Although on the brink of extinction in the wild, roughly 1,000 Bali Mynas exist in captivity around the world. Through a series of captive breeding programs, captive-bred Bali Mynas have been introduced to the park and the nearby island of Nusa Penida. Status: Critically Endangered --> It is in grave danger of extinction. Status information found at The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species

Bali Myna

The Bali Myna (Leucopsar rothschildi) also known as the Bali Starling or Rothschild’s Mynah, is a member of the starling family and is endemic to the island of Bali, Indonesia. In 2001, only 6 individuals were left in the wild – all located within a small section of Bali Barat National Park. Although on the brink of extinction in the wild, roughly 1,000 Bali Mynas exist in captivity around the world. Through a series of captive breeding programs, captive-bred Bali Mynas have been introduced to the park and the nearby island of Nusa Penida. Status: Critically Endangered --> It is in grave danger of extinction. Status information found at The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species

Bali Myna

The Bali Myna (Leucopsar rothschildi) also known as the Bali Starling or Rothschild’s Mynah, is a member of the starling family and is endemic to the island of Bali, Indonesia. In 2001, only 6 individuals were left in the wild – all located within a small section of Bali Barat National Park. Although on the brink of extinction in the wild, roughly 1,000 Bali Mynas exist in captivity around the world. Through a series of captive breeding programs, captive-bred Bali Mynas have been introduced to the park and the nearby island of Nusa Penida. Status: Critically Endangered --> It is in grave danger of extinction. Status information found at The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species

Bali Myna

The Bali Myna (Leucopsar rothschildi) also known as the Bali Starling or Rothschild’s Mynah, is a member of the starling family and is endemic to the island of Bali, Indonesia. In 2001, only 6 individuals were left in the wild – all located within a small section of Bali Barat National Park. Although on the brink of extinction in the wild, roughly 1,000 Bali Mynas exist in captivity around the world. Through a series of captive breeding programs, captive-bred Bali Mynas have been introduced to the park and the nearby island of Nusa Penida. Status: Critically Endangered --> It is in grave danger of extinction. Status information found at The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species

Bali Myna

The Bali Myna (Leucopsar rothschildi) also known as the Bali Starling or Rothschild’s Mynah, is a member of the starling family and is endemic to the island of Bali, Indonesia. In 2001, only 6 individuals were left in the wild – all located within a small section of Bali Barat National Park. Although on the brink of extinction in the wild, roughly 1,000 Bali Mynas exist in captivity around the world. Through a series of captive breeding programs, captive-bred Bali Mynas have been introduced to the park and the nearby island of Nusa Penida. Status: Critically Endangered --> It is in grave danger of extinction. Status information found at The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species [B]

Bali Myna

The Bali Myna (Leucopsar rothschildi) also known as the Bali Starling or Rothschild’s Mynah, is a member of the starling family and is endemic to the island of Bali, Indonesia. In 2001, only 6 individuals were left in the wild – all located within a small section of Bali Barat National Park. Although on the brink of extinction in the wild, roughly 1,000 Bali Mynas exist in captivity around the world. Through a series of captive breeding programs, captive-bred Bali Mynas have been introduced to the park and the nearby island of Nusa Penida. Status: Critically Endangered --> It is in grave danger of extinction. Status information found at The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species [B]

Yellow-faced Myna

Yellow-faced Myna (Mino dumontii) - The mynas (also spelled mynahs) are part of the family Sturndidae, along with the starlings and oxpeckers. This is a group of passerine birds which occur naturally only in eastern Asia, although several species have been introduced to North America and New Zealand, and the Common Myna to southeastern Australia, where it is regarded as a pest species. Mynas are medium-sized passerines with strong feet. Their flight is strong and direct, and they are gregarious. Their preferred habitat is fairly open country, and they eat insects and fruit. Several species live around habitation and are effectively omnivores.

Yellow-faced Myna

Yellow-faced Myna (Mino dumontii) - The mynas (also spelled mynahs) are part of the family Sturndidae, along with the starlings and oxpeckers. This is a group of passerine birds which occur naturally only in eastern Asia, although several species have been introduced to North America and New Zealand, and the Common Myna to southeastern Australia, where it is regarded as a pest species. Mynas are medium-sized passerines with strong feet. Their flight is strong and direct, and they are gregarious. Their preferred habitat is fairly open country, and they eat insects and fruit. Several species live around habitation and are effectively omnivores.

Yellow-faced Myna

Yellow-faced Myna (Mino dumontii) - The mynas (also spelled mynahs) are part of the family Sturndidae, along with the starlings and oxpeckers. This is a group of passerine birds which occur naturally only in eastern Asia, although several species have been introduced to North America and New Zealand, and the Common Myna to southeastern Australia, where it is regarded as a pest species. Mynas are medium-sized passerines with strong feet. Their flight is strong and direct, and they are gregarious. Their preferred habitat is fairly open country, and they eat insects and fruit. Several species live around habitation and are effectively omnivores.

Nicobar Pigeon

The Nicobar Pigeon (Caloenas nicobarica) is one of the most beautiful of the many species of pigeons or doves. Like all pigeons, the Nicobar pigeon is rather thick-set with a relatively small head, but is heavier than most pigeons the same size. The general coloration is dark green iridescent, with a short white tail. Display plumage of the neck is green with coppery and greenish-blue overtones. Feathers of the mantle and wing coverts are pointed. The bill is black, the legs are red, and the iris is white in adult females, but brown in sub-adults and males. The Nicobar Pigeon is found in southeast Asia, particularly on the Nicobar islands to New Guinea, and as far north as the Philippines. Status: Near Threatened --> Status information found at The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species I'm guessing this was the male gathering sticks for the nest. I watched the bird make his way down the rail . . .

Nicobar Pigeon

The Nicobar Pigeon (Caloenas nicobarica) is one of the most beautiful of the many species of pigeons or doves. Like all pigeons, the Nicobar pigeon is rather thick-set with a relatively small head, but is heavier than most pigeons the same size. The general coloration is dark green iridescent, with a short white tail. Display plumage of the neck is green with coppery and greenish-blue overtones. Feathers of the mantle and wing coverts are pointed. The bill is black, the legs are red, and the iris is white in adult females, but brown in sub-adults and males. The Nicobar Pigeon is found in southeast Asia, particularly on the Nicobar islands to New Guinea, and as far north as the Philippines. Status: Near Threatened --> Status information found at The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. . . he kept going . . . but keeping watch - I guess to make sure no intruder was going to snatch that stick . . .

Nicobar Pigeon

The Nicobar Pigeon (Caloenas nicobarica) is one of the most beautiful of the many species of pigeons or doves. Like all pigeons, the Nicobar pigeon is rather thick-set with a relatively small head, but is heavier than most pigeons the same size. The general coloration is dark green iridescent, with a short white tail. Display plumage of the neck is green with coppery and greenish-blue overtones. Feathers of the mantle and wing coverts are pointed. The bill is black, the legs are red, and the iris is white in adult females, but brown in sub-adults and males. The Nicobar Pigeon is found in southeast Asia, particularly on the Nicobar islands to New Guinea, and as far north as the Philippines. Status: Near Threatened --> Status information found at The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species . . . getting closer . . .

Nicobar Pigeon

The Nicobar Pigeon (Caloenas nicobarica) is one of the most beautiful of the many species of pigeons or doves. Like all pigeons, the Nicobar pigeon is rather thick-set with a relatively small head, but is heavier than most pigeons the same size. The general coloration is dark green iridescent, with a short white tail. Display plumage of the neck is green with coppery and greenish-blue overtones. Feathers of the mantle and wing coverts are pointed. The bill is black, the legs are red, and the iris is white in adult females, but brown in sub-adults and males. The Nicobar Pigeon is found in southeast Asia, particularly on the Nicobar islands to New Guinea, and as far north as the Philippines. Status: Near Threatened --> Status information found at The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species . . . and closer . . .

Nicobar Pigeon

The Nicobar Pigeon (Caloenas nicobarica) is one of the most beautiful of the many species of pigeons or doves. Like all pigeons, the Nicobar pigeon is rather thick-set with a relatively small head, but is heavier than most pigeons the same size. The general coloration is dark green iridescent, with a short white tail. Display plumage of the neck is green with coppery and greenish-blue overtones. Feathers of the mantle and wing coverts are pointed. The bill is black, the legs are red, and the iris is white in adult females, but brown in sub-adults and males. The Nicobar Pigeon is found in southeast Asia, particularly on the Nicobar islands to New Guinea, and as far north as the Philippines. Status: Near Threatened --> Status information found at The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species . . . almost there . . .

Nicobar Pigeon

The Nicobar Pigeon (Caloenas nicobarica) is one of the most beautiful of the many species of pigeons or doves. Like all pigeons, the Nicobar pigeon is rather thick-set with a relatively small head, but is heavier than most pigeons the same size. The general coloration is dark green iridescent, with a short white tail. Display plumage of the neck is green with coppery and greenish-blue overtones. Feathers of the mantle and wing coverts are pointed. The bill is black, the legs are red, and the iris is white in adult females, but brown in sub-adults and males. The Nicobar Pigeon is found in southeast Asia, particularly on the Nicobar islands to New Guinea, and as far north as the Philippines. Status: Near Threatened --> Status information found at The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species . . . phew - made it to the nest - that's his white rump :) and I'm guessing that's the female on the right-hand side of the photo.

Rose-ringed Parakeet [female]

The Rose-ringed Parakeet (Psittacula krameri) - Only male birds have rings around their neck.The female has none or a slight shadow where the neck ring should be.