Western Bronze-naped Pigeon
Columba iriditorques
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Compact forest pigeon, 26–28 cm, brownish-grey overall with a striking iridescent bronze and green nape collar. Found in lowland rainforest and gallery forest across West and Central Africa. Feeds primarily on fruits, seeds, and invertebrates. Secretive and often detected by its deep, booming call. Least Concern.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Flügelspannweite | 31,1 cm | 12.2 in |
| Gewicht | 126,0 g | 4.44 oz |
Identifizierung
Gefieder
Lemon Dove: pale lemon-yellow below; dark brown above; plain olive-brown wings; white facial patch; African forest floor species
Habitat & Range
Erhaltungsstatus
Verhalten & Brutverhalten
Nistverhalten
Nest type: PL.
Gelegegröße
1
Lautgebung
Gesang
Deep, resonant cooing; rich notes with carrying quality through dense South American forest. Vocalization pattern typical of this species in its native habitat.
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordnung | Columbiformes (Pigeons & Doves) |
| Familie | Columbidae (Pigeons & Doves) |
| Genus | Columba |
| Arten | Columba iriditorques |
Distribution
Western Bronze-naped Pigeon has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Columbidae family