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Caroline Ground Dove

Pampusana kubaryi

Endangered
Poids
162,0 g
Famille
Columbidae
Ordre
Columbiformes
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À propos

Small ground dove, 20–23 cm, with dark brown upperparts, a white face and breast, and grey flanks. Endemic to the Caroline Islands (Micronesia), particularly Pohnpei and Kosrae. Inhabits lowland and hill forest floor. Frugivore and granivore. Vulnerable due to small island range and introduced predators.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Poids 162,0 g 5.71 oz

Identification

Plumage

Caroline Ground Dove: rufous-brown above; pale buff below; bare orange facial skin; Caroline islands endemic; endangered

Habitat & Range

Statut de conservation

Endangered
IUCN Red List

Comportement et reproduction

Nidification

Nest type: PL.

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Taxonomie

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Ordre Columbiformes (Pigeons & Doves)
Famille Columbidae (Pigeons & Doves)
Genus Pampusana
Espèces Pampusana kubaryi

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Foire aux questions

Is the Caroline Ground Dove endangered?
The Caroline Ground Dove has a conservation status of Endangered.
How does the Caroline Ground Dove nest?
Nest type: PL.
How big is the Caroline Ground Dove?
The Caroline Ground Dove has a weight of 162.0 g.
What order and family does the Caroline Ground Dove belong to?
The Caroline Ground Dove (Pampusana kubaryi) belongs to the order Columbiformes and the family Columbidae.

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