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Jambu Fruit-dove

Ramphiculus jambu

Near Threatened
Wingspan
27.7 cm
Weight
135.0 g
Family
Columbidae
Order
Columbiformes

The Jambu Fruit-dove (Ramphiculus jambu) is a bird species in the family Columbidae (pigeons & doves), within the order Columbiformes (pigeons & doves). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 27.7 cm and a weight of 135 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Near Threatened.

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Jambu Fruit-dove (Ramphiculus jambu), 27 cm. Male unmistakable: crimson face, white breast, pink-flushed belly on green body. Female cryptically green with a dull crimson face. Inhabits lowland rainforest of the Thai-Malay Peninsula, Sumatra and Borneo. Frugivore. Near Threatened due to rapid lowland forest clearance.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Wingspan 27.7 cm 10.9 in
Weight 135.0 g 4.76 oz

Habitat & Range

Conservation Status

Near Threatened
IUCN Red List

Behavior & Breeding

Nesting

Nest type: PL. Incubation: 10 days.

Clutch Size

1

Taxonomy

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Jambu Fruit-dove endangered?
The Jambu Fruit-dove has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How does the Jambu Fruit-dove nest?
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 10 days.
How big is the Jambu Fruit-dove?
The Jambu Fruit-dove has a wingspan of 27.7 cm, weight of 135.0 g.
What order and family does the Jambu Fruit-dove belong to?
The Jambu Fruit-dove (Ramphiculus jambu) belongs to the order Columbiformes and the family Columbidae.

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