Scheepmaker's Crowned-pigeon
Goura scheepmakeri
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Large crowned-pigeon, 66–73 cm, similar to Victoria Crowned-pigeon but with a dark maroon breast and a blue-lace crest lacking the white tips of the Victoria species. Inhabits lowland and hill rainforest of southern New Guinea. Terrestrial frugivore. Vulnerable due to hunting and habitat loss.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 70.9 cm | 27.9 in |
| Weight | 2120.0 g | 74.78 oz |
Identification
Plumage
Scheepmaker's Crowned-pigeon: massive; blue-gray; elaborate maroon-tipped blue crest; bare red facial skin; New Guinea species
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PL.
Clutch Size
1
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Columbiformes (Pigeons & Doves) |
| Family | Columbidae (Pigeons & Doves) |
| Genus | Goura |
| Species | Goura scheepmakeri |
Distribution
Scheepmaker's Crowned-pigeon has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Columbidae family