New Zealand Pigeon
Hemiphaga novaeseelandiae
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About
New Zealand Pigeon / Kereru (Hemiphaga novaeseelandiae), 51 cm. Large and robust; iridescent green-and-bronze upperparts, white underparts. Endemic to New Zealand and the Kermadec Islands. Inhabits native forest. Sole disperser of large-seeded native trees (e.g. karaka, miro). Frugivore. Least Concern but protected.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 51.3 cm | 20.2 in |
| Weight | 652.5 g | 23.02 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PL,CP. Incubation: 26-30 days. Fledging: 36-45 days.
Clutch Size
1
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Columbiformes (Pigeons & Doves) |
| Family | Columbidae (Pigeons & Doves) |
| Genus | Hemiphaga |
| Species | Hemiphaga novaeseelandiae |
Distribution
New Zealand 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