hi group ... today (Jan 4) I saw a brown and white pigeon (Rock
Pigeon) today at the Shillapoo Wildlife Area, south of Vancouver Lake
... same place the Swainson's Hawk is residing ...

ok, Sibley says this coloration is rare ... is that valid ????????????

he was rather pretty ...

the bird:
http://columbiariverimages.com/Birds/Images09Jan/shillapoo_brown_pigeon_01-04-09.jpg

his head:
http://columbiariverimages.com/Birds/Images09Jan/shillapoo_brown_pigeon_head_01-04-09.jpg

the wingtips:
http://columbiariverimages.com/Birds/Images09Jan/shillapoo_brown_pigeon_wingtips_01-04-09.jpg


enjoy,
Lyn




Lyn Topinka
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