New Zealand's native pigeon by rustymonkey

New Zealand's native pigeon

New Zealand's native pigeon, also known as kererū, kūkū and kūkupa and wood pigeon, is the only disperser of large fruits, such as those of karaka and taraire, we have. The disappearance of the kererū would be a disaster for the regeneration of our native forests.
If you have the time, looks great on black.


What a stunning shot. Fascinating background info
November 4th, 2014  
thats gorgeous - they're so funny when they get drunk on the berries
November 4th, 2014  
Wow - stunning shot. Fav.
November 4th, 2014  
Waaw !! what a big pigeon and striking at that !
November 4th, 2014  
Beautiful, unlike the drab looking "rats with wings" we have here...
November 4th, 2014  
he sat up perfectly posed for you :)
November 4th, 2014  
Great shot of the Koreru... Looks like he is enjoying a feast of Loquotes
November 4th, 2014  
Lovely capture. Fav
November 4th, 2014  
Great shot. Fav
November 4th, 2014  
Absolutely fantastic photo, instant fav and yes, looks awesome on black :-)
November 4th, 2014  
Superb Karen. Fav.
November 4th, 2014  
Great shot Karen
November 4th, 2014  
Great shot, wish I have such luck:)
November 4th, 2014  
@tigerkat61 This was a very lucky shot, I was driving along and spotted him landing on tree right next to the road, I pulled over and shot this out the passenger window.
November 4th, 2014  
What magnificent colours, he looks very well fed.
November 4th, 2014  
It looks a very regal bird. I hope they are not endangered. Well captured photographically speaking!
November 4th, 2014  
He is beautiful bird, love that big chest :)
November 4th, 2014  
Beautifully detailed capture Karen
November 4th, 2014  
Wonderful shot Karen
November 4th, 2014  
Incredibly clear and sharp.
November 4th, 2014  
That is a very good shot. Interesting commentary as well.
November 4th, 2014  
What a beauty! Love the bit of green.
November 4th, 2014  
It is a beautiful bird, Guess what, I met a lady from Nelson last night, she ate kererū once. How shocking!
November 4th, 2014  
Beautiful capture, lovely coloured bird Karen...Fav
November 4th, 2014  
Stunning capture and a fav!
November 4th, 2014  
Beautiful capture and composition! Fav
November 5th, 2014  
Great capture. Lovely shot of a majestic bird.
November 5th, 2014  
He's huge and very beautiful.
November 5th, 2014  
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