New Britain Bronzewing
Henicophaps foersteri
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<birdfyi-bird slug="henicophaps-foersteri"></birdfyi-bird>About
Medium-large terrestrial pigeon, 30–33 cm, similar to New Guinea Bronzewing but with a white head (not just forehead). Confined to lowland forests of New Britain in the Bismarck Archipelago. Feeds on seeds and fallen fruits on the forest floor. Least Concern.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 40.6 cm | 16.0 in |
| Weight | 247.0 g | 8.71 oz |
Identification
Plumage
Inca Dove: pale gray-brown; scaly feather pattern all over; long pointed tail; black-edged feathers; North American scaled pattern
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Clutch Size
2
Sound
Song
Soft, gentle cooing; pure warm notes typical of New World lowland tropical forest. Vocalization pattern typical of this species in its native habitat.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Columbiformes (Pigeons & Doves) |
| Family | Columbidae (Pigeons & Doves) |
| Genus | Henicophaps |
| Species | Henicophaps foersteri |
Distribution
New Britain Bronzewing 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