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Maroon-chinned Fruit-dove

Ramphiculus epius

Least Concern
Wingspan
33.7 cm
Weight
142.0 g
Family
Columbidae
Order
Columbiformes

About

Maroon-chinned Fruit-dove (Ramphiculus epius), 22 cm. Distinctive maroon chin patch contrasts with green upperparts and yellow-orange underparts. Endemic to the Talaud and Sangihe Islands, Indonesia. Frugivore in lowland forest. Vulnerable; tiny range with active deforestation.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Wingspan 33.7 cm 13.3 in
Weight 142.0 g 5.01 oz

Habitat & Range

Conservation Status

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

Taxonomy

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Maroon-chinned Fruit-dove endangered?
The Maroon-chinned Fruit-dove has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How big is the Maroon-chinned Fruit-dove?
The Maroon-chinned Fruit-dove has a wingspan of 33.7 cm, weight of 142.0 g.
What order and family does the Maroon-chinned Fruit-dove belong to?
The Maroon-chinned Fruit-dove (Ramphiculus epius) belongs to the order Columbiformes and the family Columbidae.

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