African Green-pigeon
Treron calvus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="treron-calvus"></birdfyi-bird>The African Green-pigeon (Treron calvus) is a bird species in the family Columbidae (pigeons & doves), within the order Columbiformes (pigeons & doves). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 32.1 cm and a weight of 208.8 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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About
Medium green-pigeon, 27–30 cm, bright green with a yellow-green head, yellowish underparts, and orange orbital skin (hence 'calvus' = bald). Widespread across sub-Saharan Africa from Senegambia to Ethiopia and south to KwaZulu-Natal, in woodland, savanna forest, and gardens. Frugivore of figs and wild berries. Least Concern.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 32.1 cm | 12.6 in |
| Weight | 208.8 g | 7.37 oz |
Identification
Plumage
African Green-pigeon: bright grass-green body; yellow-green underparts; red orbital skin; red bill; common sub-Saharan African species
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 13-14 days. Fledging: 11-13 days.
Clutch Size
2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Columbiformes (Pigeons & Doves) |
| Family | Columbidae (Pigeons & Doves) |
| Genus | Treron |
| Species | Treron calvus |
Distribution
African Green-pigeon has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Columbidae family