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Sumba Green-pigeon

Treron teysmannii

Near Threatened
Wingspan
31.4 cm
Weight
166.0 g
Family
Columbidae
Order
Columbiformes

The Sumba Green-pigeon (Treron teysmannii) is a bird species in the family Columbidae (pigeons & doves), within the order Columbiformes (pigeons & doves). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 31.4 cm and a weight of 166 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Near Threatened.

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About

Small-medium green-pigeon, 23–26 cm, entirely green with a yellowish wash on the breast; male has a small orange patch on the upper breast. Endemic to Sumba in the Lesser Sunda Islands. Inhabits forest and secondary growth. Frugivore of figs and small fruits. Least Concern.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Wingspan 31.4 cm 12.4 in
Weight 166.0 g 5.86 oz

Identification

Plumage

Sumba Green-pigeon: bright green; yellow-green below; bare red orbital skin; Sumba island endemic; orange-yellow breast in males

Habitat & Range

Conservation Status

Near Threatened
IUCN Red List

Taxonomy

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

Distribution

Sumba Green-pigeon has been recorded in 1 countries.

Present Not recorded

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Sumba Green-pigeon endangered?
The Sumba Green-pigeon has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How big is the Sumba Green-pigeon?
The Sumba Green-pigeon has a wingspan of 31.4 cm, weight of 166.0 g.
What order and family does the Sumba Green-pigeon belong to?
The Sumba Green-pigeon (Treron teysmannii) belongs to the order Columbiformes and the family Columbidae.

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