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Flame-breasted Fruit-dove

Ramphiculus marchei

Vulnerable
Wingspan
35.5 cm
Weight
326.5 g
Family
Columbidae
Order
Columbiformes
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Flame-breasted Fruit-dove (Ramphiculus marchei), 28 cm. Brilliant orange-red breast contrasts with green upperparts; endemic to the Philippines, found on Luzon and Polillo. Inhabits primary lowland and montane forest up to 1,800 m. Frugivore. Vulnerable due to severe Philippine deforestation.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Wingspan 35.5 cm 14.0 in
Weight 326.5 g 11.52 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 Ramphiculus
Species Ramphiculus marchei

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Flame-breasted Fruit-dove endangered?
The Flame-breasted Fruit-dove has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
How big is the Flame-breasted Fruit-dove?
The Flame-breasted Fruit-dove has a wingspan of 35.5 cm, weight of 326.5 g.
What order and family does the Flame-breasted Fruit-dove belong to?
The Flame-breasted Fruit-dove (Ramphiculus marchei) belongs to the order Columbiformes and the family Columbidae.

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