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Seram Mountain-pigeon

Gymnophaps stalkeri

Least Concern
Wingspan
40.4 cm
Weight
334.0 g
Family
Columbidae
Order
Columbiformes

About

Seram Mountain-pigeon (Gymnophaps stalkeri), 35 cm. Similar to Buru Mountain-pigeon; dark grey with rufous-chestnut underparts. Endemic to Seram Island, Maluku, Indonesia. Inhabits montane forest above 900 m. Frugivore. Vulnerable; island endemic dependent on intact highland forest.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Wingspan 40.4 cm 15.9 in
Weight 334.0 g 11.78 oz

Habitat & Range

Conservation Status

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

Behavior & Breeding

Nesting

Nest type: CR.

Clutch Size

1

Taxonomy

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Order Columbiformes (Pigeons & Doves)
Family Columbidae (Pigeons & Doves)
Genus Gymnophaps
Species Gymnophaps stalkeri

Distribution

Seram Mountain-pigeon has been recorded in 1 countries.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Seram Mountain-pigeon endangered?
The Seram Mountain-pigeon has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Seram Mountain-pigeon nest?
Nest type: CR.
How big is the Seram Mountain-pigeon?
The Seram Mountain-pigeon has a wingspan of 40.4 cm, weight of 334.0 g.
What order and family does the Seram Mountain-pigeon belong to?
The Seram Mountain-pigeon (Gymnophaps stalkeri) belongs to the order Columbiformes and the family Columbidae.

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