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Topknot Pigeon

Lopholaimus antarcticus

Least Concern
طول الجناح
55,5 cm
الوزن
517,25 g
الفصيلة
Columbidae
الرتبة
Columbiformes

حول

Topknot Pigeon (Lopholaimus antarcticus), 44 cm. Large grey pigeon with a unique double reddish-brown crest. Endemic to rainforests of eastern Australia. Undertakes large nomadic movements following fruiting events. Frugivore; key seed disperser of rainforest trees. Near Threatened; heavily hunted historically.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
طول الجناح 55,5 cm 21.9 in
الوزن 517,25 g 18.25 oz

Habitat & Range

حالة الحفاظ

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

السلوك والتكاثر

التعشيش

Nest type: PL. Fledging: 17-26 days.

عدد البيض في الوضع

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التصنيف

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
الرتبة Columbiformes (Pigeons & Doves)
الفصيلة Columbidae (Pigeons & Doves)
Genus Lopholaimus
الأنواع Lopholaimus antarcticus

Distribution

Topknot Pigeon has been recorded in 1 countries.

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موجود Not recorded
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External Databases

الأسئلة الشائعة

Is the Topknot Pigeon endangered?
The Topknot Pigeon has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Topknot Pigeon nest?
Nest type: PL. Fledging: 17-26 days.
How big is the Topknot Pigeon?
The Topknot Pigeon has a wingspan of 55.5 cm, weight of 517.25 g.
What order and family does the Topknot Pigeon belong to?
The Topknot Pigeon (Lopholaimus antarcticus) belongs to the order Columbiformes and the family Columbidae.

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