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Western Crowned-pigeon

Goura cristata

Vulnerable
翼展
71.1 cm
体重
2100.0 g
Columbidae
Columbiformes

关于

Magnificent large pigeon, 66–73 cm, with blue-grey plumage, a maroon breast, and an elaborate fan-shaped white-tipped crest. Found in lowland rainforest of western New Guinea (Vogelkop and surrounding areas). Terrestrial frugivore of fallen fruits, seeds, and invertebrates. Vulnerable due to hunting for meat and feathers and deforestation.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
翼展 71.1 cm 28.0 in
体重 2100.0 g 74.08 oz

识别

羽毛

Western Crowned-pigeon: massive; blue-gray; elaborate lace-like blue-white crest; bare red orbital skin; New Guinea; vulnerable

Habitat & Range

保护状况

Vulnerable
IUCN Red List

行为与繁殖

筑巢

Incubation: 28-29 days. Fledging: 30-36 days.

产卵数

1

分类学

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Columbiformes (Pigeons & Doves)
Columbidae (Pigeons & Doves)
Genus Goura
物种 Goura cristata

Distribution

Western Crowned-pigeon has been recorded in 1 countries.

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出现 Not recorded
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常见问题

Is the Western Crowned-pigeon endangered?
The Western Crowned-pigeon has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
How does the Western Crowned-pigeon nest?
Incubation: 28-29 days. Fledging: 30-36 days.
How big is the Western Crowned-pigeon?
The Western Crowned-pigeon has a wingspan of 71.1 cm, weight of 2100.0 g.
What order and family does the Western Crowned-pigeon belong to?
The Western Crowned-pigeon (Goura cristata) belongs to the order Columbiformes and the family Columbidae.

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