Victoria Crowned-pigeon
Goura victoria
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<birdfyi-bird slug="goura-victoria"></birdfyi-bird>The Victoria Crowned-pigeon (Goura victoria) is a bird species in the family Columbidae (pigeons & doves), within the order Columbiformes (pigeons & doves). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 70.1 cm and a weight of 2.7 kg. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Near Threatened.
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Sobre
World's largest pigeon, 73–75 cm, with blue-grey plumage, a deep maroon breast, and the most spectacular crest of any pigeon: a fan of upright blue- grey lacy plumes tipped in white. Inhabits lowland rainforest of northern New Guinea and Biak Island. Terrestrial frugivore. Vulnerable due to heavy hunting pressure and deforestation.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergadura | 70,1 cm | 27.6 in |
| Peso | 2669,0 g | 94.15 oz |
Identificação
Plumagem
Victoria Crowned-pigeon: massive; brilliant blue-gray; spectacular white-tipped lace crest; bare red orbital skin; New Guinea; largest dove
Habitat & Range
Estado de conservação
Comportamento e reprodução
Nidificação
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 30 days. Fledging: 28 days.
Tamanho da postura
1
Taxonomia
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordem | Columbiformes (Pigeons & Doves) |
| Família | Columbidae (Pigeons & Doves) |
| Genus | Goura |
| Espécies | Goura victoria |
Distribution
Victoria Crowned-pigeon has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Columbidae family