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White-fronted Quail-Dove

Geotrygon leucometopia

Endangered
Envergure
30,3 cm
Poids
162,5 g
Famille
Columbidae
Ordre
Columbiformes

À propos

Small quail-dove, 25–28 cm, with a white forehead and face contrasting with a grey crown, rufous-brown back, and pale buff underparts. Endemic to Hispaniola (Dominican Republic and Haiti), inhabiting highland forest. Terrestrial frugivore and granivore. Near Threatened due to ongoing deforestation.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Envergure 30,3 cm 11.9 in
Poids 162,5 g 5.73 oz

Identification

Plumage

White-fronted Quail-Dove: white forehead and throat; brown above; pale below; bare facial skin; Hispaniolan endemic species

Habitat & Range

Statut de conservation

Endangered
IUCN Red List

Comportement et reproduction

Nidification

Nest type: CP.

Taille de la couvée

1-3

Son

Chant

Soft, gentle cooing; pure warm notes typical of South American dry forest floor. 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 Geotrygon
Espèces Geotrygon leucometopia

Distribution

White-fronted Quail-Dove has been recorded in 1 countries.

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Foire aux questions

Is the White-fronted Quail-Dove endangered?
The White-fronted Quail-Dove has a conservation status of Endangered.
How does the White-fronted Quail-Dove nest?
Nest type: CP.
What does the White-fronted Quail-Dove sound like?
Soft, gentle cooing; pure warm notes typical of South American dry forest floor. Vocalization pattern typical of this species in its native habitat.
How big is the White-fronted Quail-Dove?
The White-fronted Quail-Dove has a wingspan of 30.3 cm, weight of 162.5 g.
What order and family does the White-fronted Quail-Dove belong to?
The White-fronted Quail-Dove (Geotrygon leucometopia) belongs to the order Columbiformes and the family Columbidae.

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