Western Crowned-pigeon
Goura cristata
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Magnificent large pigeon, 66–73 cm, with blue-grey plumage, a maroon breast, and an elaborate fan-shaped white-tipped crest. Found in lowland rainforest of western New Guinea (Vogelkop and surrounding areas). Terrestrial frugivore of fallen fruits, seeds, and invertebrates. Vulnerable due to hunting for meat and feathers and deforestation.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| طول الجناح | 71,1 cm | 28.0 in |
| الوزن | 2100,0 g | 74.08 oz |
التعرف
الريش
Western Crowned-pigeon: massive; blue-gray; elaborate lace-like blue-white crest; bare red orbital skin; New Guinea; vulnerable
Habitat & Range
حالة الحفاظ
السلوك والتكاثر
التعشيش
Incubation: 28-29 days. Fledging: 30-36 days.
عدد البيض في الوضع
1
التصنيف
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| الرتبة | Columbiformes (Pigeons & Doves) |
| الفصيلة | Columbidae (Pigeons & Doves) |
| Genus | Goura |
| الأنواع | Goura cristata |
Distribution
Western Crowned-pigeon has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Columbidae family