Spinifex Pigeon
Geophaps plumifera
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<birdfyi-bird slug="geophaps-plumifera"></birdfyi-bird>The Spinifex Pigeon (Geophaps plumifera) is a bird species in the family Columbidae (pigeons & doves), within the order Columbiformes (pigeons & doves). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 21.3 cm and a weight of 95.8 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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About
Small, rotund pigeon, 20–24 cm, with rufous-orange plumage, a black-and-white face pattern, and a distinctive upright hair-like crest. Inhabits rocky hillsides with spinifex grass in arid and semi-arid Australia. Granivore of spinifex and grass seeds. Often runs rather than flies when disturbed. Least Concern.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 21.3 cm | 8.4 in |
| Weight | 95.75 g | 3.38 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: SC. Incubation: 16-17 days. Fledging: 7-8 days.
Clutch Size
2
Sound
Song
Soft, gentle cooing; pure warm notes typical of Andean and South American terrain. 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 | Geophaps |
| Species | Geophaps plumifera |
Distribution
Spinifex Pigeon has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Columbidae family