Grey-fronted Dove
Leptotila rufaxilla
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<birdfyi-bird slug="leptotila-rufaxilla"></birdfyi-bird>About
Medium dove, 26–29 cm, brown above with a grey forehead, rufous cheeks, vinaceous-pink breast, and white tail corners. Inhabits humid lowland and foothill forest and secondary growth from Colombia and Venezuela to Bolivia and southeastern Brazil. Terrestrial frugivore and granivore. Least Concern.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 27.1 cm | 10.7 in |
| Weight | 149.0 g | 5.26 oz |
Identification
Plumage
Grey-fronted Dove: pale gray forehead; brown above; pale buff below; pinkish below; bare red orbital skin; South American dove
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 15 days. Fledging: 14 days.
Clutch Size
1-2
Sound
Song
Soft, gentle cooing with grey-fronted quality; pure warm notes typical of South American dry lowland scrub.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Columbiformes (Pigeons & Doves) |
| Family | Columbidae (Pigeons & Doves) |
| Genus | Leptotila |
| Species | Leptotila rufaxilla |
Distribution
Grey-fronted Dove has been recorded in 4 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Columbidae family