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Pemba Green-pigeon
Treron pembaensis
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Vulnerable
Wingspan
33.8 cm
Weight
205.0 g
Family
Columbidae
Order
Columbiformes
About
Pemba Green-pigeon (Treron pembaensis), 28 cm. Confined to Pemba Island, Tanzania. Male has yellow-green plumage with an orange-washed breast; female duller. Inhabits moist forest and plantation edges. Frugivore, feeding on figs and small berries. Endangered due to severe deforestation of its tiny island range.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 33.8 cm | 13.3 in |
| Weight | 205.0 g | 7.23 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Vulnerable
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PL.
Clutch Size
2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Columbiformes (Pigeons & Doves) |
| Family | Columbidae (Pigeons & Doves) |
| Genus | Treron |
| Species | Treron pembaensis |
Distribution
Pemba Green-pigeon has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Pemba Green-pigeon endangered?
The Pemba Green-pigeon has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
How does the Pemba Green-pigeon nest?
Nest type: PL.
How big is the Pemba Green-pigeon?
The Pemba Green-pigeon has a wingspan of 33.8 cm, weight of 205.0 g.
What order and family does the Pemba Green-pigeon belong to?
The Pemba Green-pigeon (Treron pembaensis) belongs to the order Columbiformes and the family Columbidae.
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