12 Most Attractive Dove Species on the Planet

Spinifex pigeon (Geophaps plumifera): Endemic to Australia. While many of the fruit-doves common in Australia avoid the continent's driest regions, the spinifex pigeon actually prefers dry, rocky habitats. There, its rusty-colored plumage and dark gray and black striations blend in well for ideal camouflage. The boldly marked face stands out, as does the thin, tall crest. While there is some pet trade in these unusual birds, the population is relatively stable and they are not considered threatened.