Metallic Pigeon
Columba vitiensis
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<birdfyi-bird slug="columba-vitiensis"></birdfyi-bird>The Metallic Pigeon (Columba vitiensis) is a bird species in the family Columbidae (pigeons & doves), within the order Columbiformes (pigeons & doves). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 43.3 cm and a weight of 372.8 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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О нас
Metallic Pigeon (Columba vitiensis) — 38–40 cm. Predominantly white head and underparts contrasting with dark metallic green back and wings; red bill and feet. Inhabits forest and forest edge across the Pacific from the Philippines and Moluccas through Melanesia to Fiji and Samoa. Frugivore.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Размах крыльев | 43,3 cm | 17.0 in |
| Масса | 372,8333333333333 g | 13.15 oz |
Идентификация
Оперение
Metallic Pigeon: dark glossy brown-black; brilliant metallic iridescent neck gloss; pale gray below; Pacific island species
Habitat & Range
Охранный статус
Поведение и размножение
Гнездование
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 17-19 days. Fledging: 21 days.
Размер кладки
1-2
Звук
Пение
Soft, gentle cooing call; pure notes with mild quality, historically extinct passenger pigeon species.
Таксономия
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Отряд | Columbiformes (Pigeons & Doves) |
| Семейство | Columbidae (Pigeons & Doves) |
| Genus | Columba |
| Виды | Columba vitiensis |
Distribution
Metallic Pigeon has been recorded in 2 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Columbidae family