Chilean Pigeon
Patagioenas araucana
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Envergadura | 42,0 cm | 16.5 in |
| Peso | 270,0 g | 9.52 oz |
Identificación
Plumaje
Plumbeous Pigeon: plumbeous gray overall; iridescent neck gloss; dark flight feathers; South American forest pigeon; gray plumage
Habitat & Range
Estado de conservación
Comportamiento y reproducción
Nidificación
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 14-20 days.
Tamaño de la puesta
1-2
Sonido
Canto
Deep, resonant cooing; rich notes with carrying quality typical of Mascarene island forest. Vocalization pattern typical of this species in its native habitat.
Taxonomía
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Orden | Columbiformes (Palomas y Tórtolas) |
| Familia | Columbidae (Palomas y Tórtolas) |
| Genus | Patagioenas |
| Especies | Patagioenas araucana |
Distribution
Chilean Pigeon has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Preguntas frecuentes
Is the Chilean Pigeon endangered?
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Columbidae family