Dusky Pigeon
Patagioenas goodsoni
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<birdfyi-bird slug="patagioenas-goodsoni"></birdfyi-bird>The Dusky Pigeon (Patagioenas goodsoni) is a bird species in the family Columbidae (pigeons & doves), within the order Columbiformes (pigeons & doves). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 29.7 cm and a weight of 176 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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About
Small-medium pigeon, 26–28 cm, uniformly dark sooty-brown with faint iridescent green on the neck. Restricted to humid Pacific-slope forests from Panama to northwest Ecuador. Frugivore of forest fruits. Poorly known and infrequently observed. Least Concern but potentially declining due to deforestation.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 29.7 cm | 11.7 in |
| Weight | 176.0 g | 6.21 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Sound
Song
Soft, gentle cooing; pure warm notes typical of African dry woodland habitat. 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 | Patagioenas |
| Species | Patagioenas goodsoni |
Distribution
Dusky Pigeon has been recorded in 3 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Columbidae family