So... I have a rock dove now. Meet Squabble.

[MageofMist]

She knows she isn’t allowed on the bed, but finds it comfy

 

[MageofMist]

A viciously affectionate Squabble demanding scritches and beak holds.

 

[Lacy Duckwing]

A viciously affectionate Squabble demanding scritches and beak holds.

Awwwwwwwwww......

 

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Squabble laying claim to the nest box

 

[biophiliac]

Squabble laying claim to the nest box

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Is it a nestbox for your chickens?

 

[MageofMist]

Is it a nestbox for your chickens?

For the quails

 

[MageofMist]

I got a new hat!

 

[MageofMist]

 

[MageofMist]

Two sweethearts

 

[MageofMist]

Normal Birds: Preen and gently nibble to show affection

Pigeons: CONSUME

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Also turns out the squatting might have just been submissive behaviour. Squabble is now displaying behaviours more like a male.