The Southern Crowned Pigeon (Goura scheepmakeri) is a large, approximately 75 cm (30 in) long, terrestrial pigeon confined to southern lowland forests of New Guinea. It has a bluish-grey plumage with elaborate blue lacy crests, red iris and very deep maroon breast. Both sexes are similar. It also looks very similar to its relatives, the Victoria Crowned Pigeon, and the Western Crowned Pigeon.Photo: Luc Viatour
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