Flock Bronzewing
Phaps histrionica
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<birdfyi-bird slug="phaps-histrionica"></birdfyi-bird>About
Medium pigeon, 28–30 cm, distinctively patterned in black, white, and chestnut on the head and neck with plain brown upperparts. Highly nomadic, forming large flocks on arid grasslands and Mitchell grass plains of inland Australia. Granivore of grass seeds. Population fluctuates with rainfall. Least Concern.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 39.3 cm | 15.5 in |
| Weight | 286.1666666666667 g | 10.09 oz |
Identification
Plumage
Plain-breasted Ground Dove: tiny; pale brown; plain unscaled underparts; iridescent wing spots; short tail; neotropical species
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Clutch Size
2
Sound
Song
Loud, whistling wing-produced sound during flight; high-pitched winnowing call unique to flock bronzewing.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Columbiformes (Pigeons & Doves) |
| Family | Columbidae (Pigeons & Doves) |
| Genus | Phaps |
| Species | Phaps histrionica |
Distribution
Flock Bronzewing has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Flock Bronzewing endangered?
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Columbidae family