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Philippine Green-pigeon

Treron axillaris

Least Concern
Wingspan
31.0 cm
Weight
190.325 g
Family
Columbidae
Order
Columbiformes

The Philippine Green-pigeon (Treron axillaris) is a bird species in the family Columbidae (pigeons & doves), within the order Columbiformes (pigeons & doves). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 31 cm and a weight of 190.3 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.

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About

Medium green-pigeon, 26–29 cm; male has a bright orange breast contrasting with green upperparts; female is plain green. Endemic to the Philippines, distributed across Luzon, Mindanao, and many smaller islands. Inhabits lowland and montane forest. Frugivore of figs and berries. Least Concern.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Wingspan 31.0 cm 12.2 in
Weight 190.325 g 6.71 oz

Identification

Plumage

Philippine Green-pigeon: bright green; orange-yellow breast in males; bare red orbital skin; pale below; Philippine endemic; dimorphic

Habitat & Range

Conservation Status

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

Behavior & Breeding

Nesting

Nest type: PL.

Taxonomy

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

Distribution

Philippine Green-pigeon has been recorded in 1 countries.

Present Not recorded

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Philippine Green-pigeon endangered?
The Philippine Green-pigeon has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Philippine Green-pigeon nest?
Nest type: PL.
How big is the Philippine Green-pigeon?
The Philippine Green-pigeon has a wingspan of 31.0 cm, weight of 190.325 g.
What order and family does the Philippine Green-pigeon belong to?
The Philippine Green-pigeon (Treron axillaris) belongs to the order Columbiformes and the family Columbidae.

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