Crested Quail-Dove
NameCrested Quail-Dove
Common NameCrested Quail-Dove
Scientific NamePampusana crinigera
FamilyColumbidae
Wingspan (cm)47
Length (cm)31
Weight (g)194
Plumage DetailsThe head is grey with a prominent crest. The nape and sides of the neck display iridescent green and purple. The back and wings are a rich maroon to purplish-chestnut, with darker primary feathers. The underparts are greyish-white, transitioning to rufous-chestnut on the lower flanks and undertail coverts. Legs are reddish-pink.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalization is a low, mournful cooing, often described as a series of soft 'hoo-hoo-hoo' notes.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusvulnerable
Geographic RangeEndemic to the Philippines, found on the islands of Mindanao, Basilan, and Leyte.
Identifying Featuresprominent grey crest, iridescent nape, maroon/chestnut back, reddish-pink legs, ground-dwelling behavior
Description
This medium-sized, ground-dwelling dove is characterized by its distinctive grey crest and vibrant plumage. It typically forages on the forest floor for seeds and fallen fruits, often moving stealthily through dense undergrowth.
