Columbiformes Gallery

ANZAC PREVIEW AUSTRALIAN LIGHT HORSE

In memory of the Australian Army Veterinary Corp (AAVC), Chris Kennedy and his horse Chaos (left) and Damon Hughes and horse Maverick are seen at Currumbin Beach on the Gold Coast, Tuesday, April 23, 2019. The AAVC played a vital military role, from the Sudan and South African wars, through World War I and to the end of World War II. Veterinarians and their assistants provided professional care for horses, mules, camels, dogs and pigeons in the Australian Army, with 120 officers serving overseas in WWI. Kennedy and Chaos will participate in the annual Anzac Day dawn service at Currumbin Beach on Thursday. (AAP Image/Dave Hunt)

New Zealand Pigeon - sitting in a tree about to feed on berries

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New Zealand Pigeon - sitting in a tree about to feed on berries
Westland National Park, West Coast, South Island, New Zealand
Hemiphaga novaeseelandiae
Its Maori name is Kereru and its endemic to New Zealand. The New Zealand Pigeon is one of the main distributors of seeds in the forest.
Steffen & Alexandra Sailer
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The Coronation Regalia of Britain

The various pieces of regalia used during the Coronation ceremonies of British Kings and Queens. 1. St. Edward's Crown, 2. The Imperial State Crown, 3. Prince of Wales coronet, 4. smaller orb (used by Queen consorts), 5. the orb, 6. Royal Sceptre, 7. The Sceptre with the Dove, 8. The State sword, 9. The Sword Curtana, 10. Mace of Charles II, 11. Queen Elizabeth's Salt Cellar, 12. The Ampulla, 13. Bracelets, 14. Coronation Spoon, 15. Spurs of St. George and 16. The Coronation Ring, otherwise known as the Wedding Ring of England Date: 1936

© Mary Evans Picture Library