White-fronted Quail-Dove
Geotrygon leucometopia
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<birdfyi-bird slug="geotrygon-leucometopia"></birdfyi-bird>The White-fronted Quail-Dove (Geotrygon leucometopia) is a bird species in the family Columbidae (pigeons & doves), within the order Columbiformes (pigeons & doves). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 30.3 cm and a weight of 162.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Endangered.
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О нас
Small quail-dove, 25–28 cm, with a white forehead and face contrasting with a grey crown, rufous-brown back, and pale buff underparts. Endemic to Hispaniola (Dominican Republic and Haiti), inhabiting highland forest. Terrestrial frugivore and granivore. Near Threatened due to ongoing deforestation.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Размах крыльев | 30,3 cm | 11.9 in |
| Масса | 162,5 g | 5.73 oz |
Идентификация
Оперение
White-fronted Quail-Dove: white forehead and throat; brown above; pale below; bare facial skin; Hispaniolan endemic species
Habitat & Range
Охранный статус
Поведение и размножение
Гнездование
Nest type: CP.
Размер кладки
1-3
Звук
Пение
Soft, gentle cooing; pure warm notes typical of South American dry forest floor. Vocalization pattern typical of this species in its native habitat.
Таксономия
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Отряд | Columbiformes (Pigeons & Doves) |
| Семейство | Columbidae (Pigeons & Doves) |
| Genus | Geotrygon |
| Виды | Geotrygon leucometopia |
Distribution
White-fronted Quail-Dove has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Columbidae family