White-headed Pigeon
Columba leucomela
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<birdfyi-bird slug="columba-leucomela"></birdfyi-bird>The White-headed Pigeon (Columba leucomela) is a bird species in the family Columbidae (pigeons & doves), within the order Columbiformes (pigeons & doves). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 45.9 cm and a weight of 359 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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About
White-headed Pigeon (Columba leucomela) — 38–41 cm. Striking black-and-white; white head and breast contrast with black back and wings; red bill. Inhabits rainforest and forest edge along the east coast of Australia. Frugivore; feeds on forest fruits. Locally common; associated with camphor laurel fruits.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 45.9 cm | 18.1 in |
| Weight | 359.0 g | 12.66 oz |
Identification
Plumage
White-headed Pigeon: white head and underparts; dark black back and wings; bold black-white contrast; Australian species
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 19-20 days. Fledging: 21-22 days.
Clutch Size
1
Sound
Song
Deep, resonant cooing with white-headed clarity; rich carrying notes through dense Australasian forest.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Columbiformes (Pigeons & Doves) |
| Family | Columbidae (Pigeons & Doves) |
| Genus | Columba |
| Species | Columba leucomela |
Distribution
White-headed Pigeon has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Columbidae family