Common Bronzewing
Phaps chalcoptera
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<birdfyi-bird slug="phaps-chalcoptera"></birdfyi-bird>The Common Bronzewing (Phaps chalcoptera) is a bird species in the family Columbidae (palomas y tórtolas), within the order Columbiformes (palomas y tórtolas). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 39.6 cm and a weight of 341.2 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Medium-large pigeon, 30–36 cm, brown with iridescent bronze, green, and purple wing patches and a pale forehead. Widespread across Australia in open woodland, mallee, and coastal heath. Granivore of seeds and succulent plant material. Visits waterholes regularly. One of Australia's most common native pigeons. Least Concern.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergadura | 39,6 cm | 15.6 in |
| Peso | 341,25 g | 12.04 oz |
Habitat & Range
Estado de conservación
Comportamiento y reproducción
Nidificación
Nest type: PL,O. Incubation: 14-16 days.
Tamaño de la puesta
2
Sonido
Canto
Soft, gentle cooing; pure warm notes typical of New World tropical forest understory. 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 | Phaps |
| Especies | Phaps chalcoptera |
Distribution
Common Bronzewing has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Preguntas frecuentes
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Columbidae family