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Chilean Pigeon

Patagioenas araucana

Least Concern
Envergure
42,0 cm
Poids
270,0 g
Famille
Columbidae
Ordre
Columbiformes

The Chilean Pigeon (Patagioenas araucana) is a bird species in the family Columbidae (pigeons & doves), within the order Columbiformes (pigeons & doves). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 42 cm and a weight of 270 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.

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À propos

Medium-large pigeon, 30–35 cm, dark brownish-grey with a vinaceous-pink breast and a pale grey head. Endemic to the temperate forests and woodland edges of Chile and adjacent Argentina, including the Araucaria (monkey-puzzle) forest zone. Frugivore and granivore feeding on Araucaria seeds, berries, and fruits. Least Concern.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Envergure 42,0 cm 16.5 in
Poids 270,0 g 9.52 oz

Habitat & Range

Statut de conservation

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

Comportement et reproduction

Nidification

Nest type: PL. Incubation: 14-20 days.

Taille de la couvée

1-2

Son

Chant

Deep, resonant cooing; rich notes with carrying quality typical of Mascarene island forest. 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 Patagioenas
Espèces Patagioenas araucana

Distribution

Chilean Pigeon has been recorded in 1 countries.

Présent Not recorded

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Foire aux questions

Is the Chilean Pigeon endangered?
The Chilean Pigeon has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Chilean Pigeon nest?
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 14-20 days.
What does the Chilean Pigeon sound like?
Deep, resonant cooing; rich notes with carrying quality typical of Mascarene island forest. Vocalization pattern typical of this species in its native habitat.
How big is the Chilean Pigeon?
The Chilean Pigeon has a wingspan of 42.0 cm, weight of 270.0 g.
What order and family does the Chilean Pigeon belong to?
The Chilean Pigeon (Patagioenas araucana) belongs to the order Columbiformes and the family Columbidae.

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