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Orange Dove

Chrysoena victor

Least Concern
Wingspan
23.4 cm
Weight
81.0 g
Family
Columbidae
Order
Columbiformes

The Orange Dove (Chrysoena victor) is a bird species in the family Columbidae (pigeons & doves), within the order Columbiformes (pigeons & doves). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 23.4 cm and a weight of 81 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.

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Orange Dove (Chrysoena victor), 20 cm. Male entirely luminous orange; female green. Endemic to Fiji (Vanua Levu and neighbouring islands). Inhabits primary and secondary forest from sea level to 1,000 m. Frugivore. Least Concern; tolerates secondary growth and remains locally common.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Wingspan 23.4 cm 9.2 in
Weight 81.0 g 2.86 oz

Habitat & Range

Conservation Status

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

Behavior & Breeding

Nesting

Nest type: PL.

Clutch Size

1-2

Taxonomy

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Order Columbiformes (Pigeons & Doves)
Family Columbidae (Pigeons & Doves)
Genus Chrysoena
Species Chrysoena victor

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Orange Dove endangered?
The Orange Dove has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Orange Dove nest?
Nest type: PL.
How big is the Orange Dove?
The Orange Dove has a wingspan of 23.4 cm, weight of 81.0 g.
What order and family does the Orange Dove belong to?
The Orange Dove (Chrysoena victor) belongs to the order Columbiformes and the family Columbidae.

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