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Plain Pigeon

Patagioenas inornata

Near Threatened
Wingspan
41.8 cm
Weight
326.6666666666667 g
Family
Columbidae
Order
Columbiformes
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About

Large pigeon, 36–40 cm, plain grey-blue with a pale pinkish head and breast and a red orbital ring. Inhabits forests and forest edges across the Greater Antilles (Cuba, Hispaniola, Puerto Rico, Jamaica) and some adjacent islands. Frugivore of forest fruits and berries. Near Threatened due to deforestation and hunting.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Wingspan 41.8 cm 16.5 in
Weight 326.6666666666667 g 11.52 oz

Identification

Plumage

European Turtle-dove: brown above with black-spotted scapulars; pink breast; black-white neck stripe; pale belly; blue-gray wing panel

Habitat & Range

Conservation Status

Near Threatened
IUCN Red List

Behavior & Breeding

Nesting

Incubation: 13-15 days. Fledging: 21-23 days.

Clutch Size

1-2

Sound

Song

Soft, gentle cooing; pure warm notes typical of Southeast Asian open 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 inornata

Distribution

Plain Pigeon has been recorded in 1 countries.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Plain Pigeon endangered?
The Plain Pigeon has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How does the Plain Pigeon nest?
Incubation: 13-15 days. Fledging: 21-23 days.
What does the Plain Pigeon sound like?
Soft, gentle cooing; pure warm notes typical of Southeast Asian open woodland habitat. Vocalization pattern typical of this species in its native habitat.
How big is the Plain Pigeon?
The Plain Pigeon has a wingspan of 41.8 cm, weight of 326.6666666666667 g.
What order and family does the Plain Pigeon belong to?
The Plain Pigeon (Patagioenas inornata) belongs to the order Columbiformes and the family Columbidae.

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