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Pale Mountain-pigeon
Gymnophaps solomonensis
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Least Concern
Wingspan
43.0 cm
Weight
347.5 g
Family
Columbidae
Order
Columbiformes
About
Pale Mountain-pigeon (Gymnophaps solomonensis), 35 cm. Pale grey with pinkish underparts; found in montane forest of Bougainville and the Solomon Islands above 1,000 m. Frugivore. Least Concern; relatively secure in montane forest of the Solomon Islands.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 43.0 cm | 16.9 in |
| Weight | 347.5 g | 12.26 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: SC.
Clutch Size
1
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Columbiformes (Pigeons & Doves) |
| Family | Columbidae (Pigeons & Doves) |
| Genus | Gymnophaps |
| Species | Gymnophaps solomonensis |
Distribution
Pale Mountain-pigeon has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Pale Mountain-pigeon endangered?
The Pale Mountain-pigeon has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Pale Mountain-pigeon nest?
Nest type: SC.
How big is the Pale Mountain-pigeon?
The Pale Mountain-pigeon has a wingspan of 43.0 cm, weight of 347.5 g.
What order and family does the Pale Mountain-pigeon belong to?
The Pale Mountain-pigeon (Gymnophaps solomonensis) belongs to the order Columbiformes and the family Columbidae.
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