Plumbeous Pigeon
Patagioenas plumbea
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Medium pigeon, 29–32 cm, uniformly dull slate-grey with a slightly paler head, giving a plain, unpatterned appearance. Inhabits humid lowland and foothill tropical forests of South America from Colombia and Venezuela to Bolivia, Brazil, and Trinidad. Frugivore, feeding quietly in the forest canopy. Least Concern.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 35.6 cm | 14.0 in |
| Weight | 184.66666666666666 g | 6.51 oz |
Identification
Plumage
Dusky Turtle-dove: dark brown; pale supercilium; iridescent neck; pale below; dark wing panels; African turtle-dove species
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Sound
Song
Soft, gentle cooing; pure warm notes typical of Philippine lowland forest edge 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 plumbea |
Distribution
Plumbeous Pigeon has been recorded in 4 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Columbidae family