Andaman Green-pigeon
Treron chloropterus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="treron-chloropterus"></birdfyi-bird>About
Medium green-pigeon, 26–29 cm, predominantly green with olive-yellow underparts; male has a small orange throat patch. Endemic to the Andaman and Nicobar Islands in the Bay of Bengal. Inhabits lowland and hill forest. Frugivore of figs and berries. Least Concern.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 34.4 cm | 13.5 in |
| Weight | 234.0 g | 8.25 oz |
Identification
Plumage
Andaman Green-pigeon: bright green body; yellow-green below; orange breast in males; bare red facial skin; Andaman endemic; dimorphic
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Incubation: 18 days.
Clutch Size
2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Columbiformes (Pigeons & Doves) |
| Family | Columbidae (Pigeons & Doves) |
| Genus | Treron |
| Species | Treron chloropterus |
Distribution
Andaman Green-pigeon has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Columbidae family