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Cream-bellied Fruit-dove
Ramphiculus merrilli
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Near Threatened
Wingspan
32.9 cm
Weight
263.0 g
Family
Columbidae
Order
Columbiformes
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About
Cream-bellied Fruit-dove (Ramphiculus merrilli), 23 cm. Green above with a pale cream belly and an orange-yellow breast patch. Endemic to Luzon and adjacent Philippine islands. Occupies primary broadleaf forest from lowlands to 1,500 m. Frugivore. Vulnerable; dependent on intact primary forest.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 32.9 cm | 13.0 in |
| Weight | 263.0 g | 9.28 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
IUCN Red List
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Columbiformes (Pigeons & Doves) |
| Family | Columbidae (Pigeons & Doves) |
| Genus | Ramphiculus |
| Species | Ramphiculus merrilli |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Cream-bellied Fruit-dove endangered?
The Cream-bellied Fruit-dove has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How big is the Cream-bellied Fruit-dove?
The Cream-bellied Fruit-dove has a wingspan of 32.9 cm, weight of 263.0 g.
What order and family does the Cream-bellied Fruit-dove belong to?
The Cream-bellied Fruit-dove (Ramphiculus merrilli) belongs to the order Columbiformes and the family Columbidae.
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