Brown-capped Emerald Dove
Chalcophaps longirostris
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Small dove, 23–26 cm, with iridescent emerald-green upperparts, a brown crown (not grey), and a longer bill than the Grey-capped Emerald Dove. Ranges from the Andamans and Sundas through New Guinea to Australia and Pacific islands. Inhabits dense rainforest and monsoon forest. Granivore and frugivore on the forest floor. Least Concern.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 30.4 cm | 12.0 in |
| Weight | 146.0 g | 5.15 oz |
Identification
Plumage
Peaceful Dove: brown; black-and-white barred underparts; bare blue orbital skin; Australian dove; similar to Zebra Dove; barred
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP.
Clutch Size
2
Sound
Song
Soft, gentle cooing with emerald warmth; pure notes with mild quality through Australasian dense forest.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Columbiformes (Pigeons & Doves) |
| Family | Columbidae (Pigeons & Doves) |
| Genus | Chalcophaps |
| Species | Chalcophaps longirostris |
Distribution
Brown-capped Emerald Dove has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Columbidae family