Western Crowned-pigeon
Goura cristata
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Magnificent large pigeon, 66–73 cm, with blue-grey plumage, a maroon breast, and an elaborate fan-shaped white-tipped crest. Found in lowland rainforest of western New Guinea (Vogelkop and surrounding areas). Terrestrial frugivore of fallen fruits, seeds, and invertebrates. Vulnerable due to hunting for meat and feathers and deforestation.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergadura | 71,1 cm | 28.0 in |
| Peso | 2100,0 g | 74.08 oz |
Identificación
Plumaje
Western Crowned-pigeon: massive; blue-gray; elaborate lace-like blue-white crest; bare red orbital skin; New Guinea; vulnerable
Habitat & Range
Estado de conservación
Comportamiento y reproducción
Nidificación
Incubation: 28-29 days. Fledging: 30-36 days.
Tamaño de la puesta
1
Taxonomía
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Orden | Columbiformes (Pigeons & Doves) |
| Familia | Columbidae (Pigeons & Doves) |
| Genus | Goura |
| Especies | Goura cristata |
Distribution
Western Crowned-pigeon has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Columbidae family