Sri Lanka Green-pigeon
Treron pompadora
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<birdfyi-bird slug="treron-pompadora"></birdfyi-bird>The Sri Lanka Green-pigeon (Treron pompadora) is a bird species in the family Columbidae (pigeons & doves), within the order Columbiformes (pigeons & doves). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 30.1 cm and a weight of 204.8 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Medium green-pigeon, 27–29 cm; male has a maroon back and a grey head; female has a green back. Found in forest and forest edge across Sri Lanka, mainly in the lowland wet zone. Frugivore of figs, berries, and small fruits in the forest canopy. Least Concern.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 30.1 cm | 11.9 in |
| Weight | 204.8 g | 7.22 oz |
Identification
Plumage
Sri Lanka Green-pigeon: bright green body; yellow-green below; males with maroon back patch; bare red facial skin; Sri Lanka endemic
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 12-14 days.
Clutch Size
2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Columbiformes (Pigeons & Doves) |
| Family | Columbidae (Pigeons & Doves) |
| Genus | Treron |
| Species | Treron pompadora |
Distribution
Sri Lanka Green-pigeon has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Columbidae family