This pigeon's white tail feathers remain mostly hidden when the bird is on the ground but shine in flight, helping the flock stay together. Nicobar Pigeon, Caloenus nicobarica. © Tom Friedel/VIREO. Native to the islands of Palau, the Malay Archipelago and the Solomons.
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