Sao Tome Bronze-naped Pigeon
Columba malherbii
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<birdfyi-bird slug="columba-malherbii"></birdfyi-bird>The Sao Tome Bronze-naped Pigeon (Columba malherbii) is a bird species in the family Columbidae (pigeons & doves), within the order Columbiformes (pigeons & doves). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 34.6 cm and a weight of 308.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Near Threatened.
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À propos
Sao Tome endemic pigeon, 26–28 cm, dark slaty-brown with an iridescent bronze-green nape patch and pale underparts. Restricted to the forests of São Tomé Island in the Gulf of Guinea. Frugivorous, foraging in the forest canopy for fruits and berries. Threatened by habitat loss; classified as Near Threatened.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 34,6 cm | 13.6 in |
| Poids | 308,5 g | 10.88 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: PL.
Taille de la couvée
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Chant
Deep, resonant cooing; rich notes with carrying quality through open dry woodland in Americas. Vocalization pattern typical of this species in its native habitat.
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Columbiformes (Pigeons & Doves) |
| Famille | Columbidae (Pigeons & Doves) |
| Genus | Columba |
| Espèces | Columba malherbii |
Distribution
Sao Tome Bronze-naped Pigeon has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Columbidae family