Chilean Pigeon
Patagioenas araucana
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<birdfyi-bird slug="patagioenas-araucana"></birdfyi-bird>The Chilean Pigeon (Patagioenas araucana) is a bird species in the family Columbidae (tauben), within the order Columbiformes (tauben). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 42 cm and a weight of 270 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Über uns
Medium-large pigeon, 30–35 cm, dark brownish-grey with a vinaceous-pink breast and a pale grey head. Endemic to the temperate forests and woodland edges of Chile and adjacent Argentina, including the Araucaria (monkey-puzzle) forest zone. Frugivore and granivore feeding on Araucaria seeds, berries, and fruits. Least Concern.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Flügelspannweite | 42,0 cm | 16.5 in |
| Gewicht | 270,0 g | 9.52 oz |
Habitat & Range
Erhaltungsstatus
Verhalten & Brutverhalten
Nistverhalten
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 14-20 days.
Gelegegröße
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Lautgebung
Gesang
Deep, resonant cooing; rich notes with carrying quality typical of Mascarene island forest. Vocalization pattern typical of this species in its native habitat.
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordnung | Columbiformes (Tauben) |
| Familie | Columbidae (Tauben) |
| Genus | Patagioenas |
| Arten | Patagioenas araucana |
Distribution
Chilean Pigeon has been recorded in 1 countries.
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