Ruddy Pigeon
Patagioenas subvinacea
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About
Medium pigeon, 27–30 cm, rich ruddy brown overall with a grey crown, vinaceous-pink underparts, and iridescent green gloss on the neck. Inhabits humid foothill and montane forests from Costa Rica through the Andes to Bolivia and northwest Brazil. Frugivore of forest berries and fruits. Least Concern.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 31.3 cm | 12.3 in |
| Weight | 155.5 g | 5.49 oz |
Identification
Plumage
Oriental Turtle-dove: brown above; rufous-scaled scapulars; blue-gray wing panel; pink breast; black-white neck stripe; Asian species
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PL.
Clutch Size
1
Sound
Song
Soft, gentle cooing; pure warm notes typical of Eurasian open woodland at dawn. 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 subvinacea |
Distribution
Ruddy Pigeon has been recorded in 4 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Columbidae family