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Carunculated Fruit-dove

Ptilinopus granulifrons

Vulnerable
Wingspan
24.2 cm
Weight
136.5 g
Family
Columbidae
Order
Columbiformes

The Carunculated Fruit-dove (Ptilinopus granulifrons) is a bird species in the family Columbidae (pigeons & doves), within the order Columbiformes (pigeons & doves). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 24.2 cm and a weight of 136.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Vulnerable.

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Carunculated Fruit-dove (Ptilinopus granulifrons), 22 cm. Named for fleshy caruncles at the bill base; green with a pale grey head. Endemic to Obi Island, North Maluku, Indonesia. Inhabits primary lowland forest. Frugivore. Vulnerable; range confined to one island.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Wingspan 24.2 cm 9.5 in
Weight 136.5 g 4.81 oz

Habitat & Range

Conservation Status

Vulnerable
IUCN Red List

Taxonomy

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Order Columbiformes (Pigeons & Doves)
Family Columbidae (Pigeons & Doves)
Genus Ptilinopus
Species Ptilinopus granulifrons

Distribution

Carunculated Fruit-dove has been recorded in 1 countries.

Present Not recorded

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Carunculated Fruit-dove endangered?
The Carunculated Fruit-dove has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
How big is the Carunculated Fruit-dove?
The Carunculated Fruit-dove has a wingspan of 24.2 cm, weight of 136.5 g.
What order and family does the Carunculated Fruit-dove belong to?
The Carunculated Fruit-dove (Ptilinopus granulifrons) belongs to the order Columbiformes and the family Columbidae.

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