African Green-Pigeon
NameAfrican Green-Pigeon
Common NameAfrican Green-Pigeon
Scientific NameTreron calvus
FamilyColumbidae
Wingspan (cm)28.5
Length (cm)26.5
Weight (g)205
Plumage DetailsThe body is predominantly olive-green, with a grey head, neck, and breast. A prominent purplish-grey patch is visible on the shoulders. The undertail coverts are white with green spotting. The bill is red at the base, transitioning to white or pale yellow at the tip, and the legs are bright yellow. A pale blue eye-ring encircles the eye.
Vocalization / CallKnown for a series of soft, whistling, fluty notes that often ascend and descend in pitch, described as a 'cooing' or 'bubbling' sound.
Primary Dietfrugivore
Primary Habitatsforest, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeWidespread across sub-Saharan Africa, ranging from Senegal and Gambia in the west, east to Ethiopia, and south through central and eastern Africa to South Africa.
Identifying Featuresolive-green plumage, grey head and breast, red and white bill, bright yellow legs, pale blue eye-ring, purplish-grey shoulder patch
Description
The African Green-Pigeon is a medium-sized pigeon characterized by its vibrant olive-green plumage, grey head, and distinctive red and white bill. It is an arboreal species, often found camouflaged among the foliage of trees where it feeds primarily on fruits.
