This year, for the second time, a pair of Crested Pigeons have nested in the tree on our nature strip. They have one youngster who is currently ¾ size.
A few days ago the local magpie gang, six in all, was making its way down the street. The male Crested Pigeon swooped one of them and landed nearby. After a brief scuffle it ended up being held down by a magpie. A passing walker broke
it up and he was surprised when I told him the Pigeon had started it.
Last night the pair of Pigeons were feeding on the nature strip while I was gardening nearby. The male suddenly flew up to our roof and attacked a magpie who had just been sitting there. The Pigeon won and took up the magpies spot.
I have not seen them so aggressive before.
Danny
