Afep Pigeon
Columba unicincta
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Afep Pigeon (Columba unicincta) — 36–40 cm. Large; dark grey; single narrow black ring on hindneck; pale grey rump. Inhabits canopy of rainforest in West and Central Africa. Frugivore; feeds on forest fruits. Poorly known; an upper-canopy species seldom studied at close range.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 42.2 cm | 16.6 in |
| Weight | 401.5 g | 14.16 oz |
Identification
Plumage
Afep Pigeon: pale gray; white neck gloss; dark flight feathers; large size; Central African rainforest pigeon; pale overall
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PL.
Clutch Size
1
Sound
Song
Deep, resonant cooing; rich notes with carrying quality through dense humid African forest. Vocalization pattern typical of this species in its native habitat.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Columbiformes (Pigeons & Doves) |
| Family | Columbidae (Pigeons & Doves) |
| Genus | Columba |
| Species | Columba unicincta |
Distribution
Afep Pigeon has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Columbidae family