White-quilled Rock-pigeon
Petrophassa albipennis
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Small pigeon, 26–29 cm, brown streaked plumage with white (not chestnut) primary quills visible in flight. Restricted to rocky escarpments of the Kimberley region, Western Australia, including the Drysdale River National Park. Granivore of grass seeds and small grains. Least Concern.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 26,6 cm | 10.5 in |
| Poids | 130,5 g | 4.60 oz |
Identification
Plumage
Maroon-chested Ground Dove: maroon-chestnut chest; gray head; brown above; iridescent wing spots; short tail; neotropical dove
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 17-19 days. Fledging: 15 days.
Taille de la couvée
2
Son
Chant
Soft, gentle cooing; pure warm notes with sapphire-like clarity in Caribbean 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 | Petrophassa |
| Espèces | Petrophassa albipennis |
Distribution
White-quilled Rock-pigeon has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Columbidae family