Papuan Mountain-pigeon
Gymnophaps albertisii
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<birdfyi-bird slug="gymnophaps-albertisii"></birdfyi-bird>The Papuan Mountain-pigeon (Gymnophaps albertisii) is a bird species in the family Columbidae (pigeons & doves), within the order Columbiformes (pigeons & doves). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 40 cm and a weight of 259 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Papuan Mountain-pigeon (Gymnophaps albertisii), 35 cm. Robust montane pigeon; dark sooty-grey with a chestnut belly. Found in primary montane forest of New Guinea from 1,200 to 3,600 m. Frugivore. Least Concern; common in upper montane and subalpine forest.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 40.0 cm | 15.7 in |
| Weight | 259.0 g | 9.14 oz |
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 | Gymnophaps |
| Species | Gymnophaps albertisii |
Distribution
Papuan Mountain-pigeon has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Columbidae family