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White-throated Ground Dove

Pampusana xanthonura

Near Threatened
Poids
115,75 g
Famille
Columbidae
Ordre
Columbiformes

À propos

Small ground dove, 20–24 cm, with dark brown upperparts, a white throat, and yellowish underparts. Confined to the forests of the Mariana Islands (Guam and Northern Marianas). Inhabits primary and secondary forest floor. Frugivore. Vulnerable due to deforestation and introduced predators including the brown tree snake.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Poids 115,75 g 4.08 oz

Identification

Plumage

White-throated Ground Dove: white throat; brown above; pale buff below; bare red facial skin; Mariana islands endemic dove

Habitat & Range

Statut de conservation

Near Threatened
IUCN Red List

Comportement et reproduction

Taille de la couvée

2

Taxonomie

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

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Foire aux questions

Is the White-throated Ground Dove endangered?
The White-throated Ground Dove has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How big is the White-throated Ground Dove?
The White-throated Ground Dove has a weight of 115.75 g.
What order and family does the White-throated Ground Dove belong to?
The White-throated Ground Dove (Pampusana xanthonura) belongs to the order Columbiformes and the family Columbidae.

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