Eastern Bronze-naped Pigeon
NameEastern Bronze-naped Pigeon
Common NameEastern Bronze-naped Pigeon
Scientific NameColumba delegorguei
FamilyColumbidae
Wingspan (cm)52.5
Length (cm)29
Weight (g)175
Plumage DetailsMales have a grey head, a prominent iridescent bronze-green patch on the nape, and a distinct white band across the back of the neck. Their back and wings are dark slate-grey, contrasting with rufous-chestnut underparts. Females are generally duller, lacking the white neck band and having a less vibrant bronze nape.
Vocalization / CallA series of deep, mournful cooing notes, often described as 'hoo-hoo-hoo' or 'doo-doo-doo'.
Primary Dietfrugivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in eastern and southern Africa, ranging from Kenya south through Tanzania, Malawi, Mozambique, Zimbabwe, and eastern South Africa.
Identifying Featuresiridescent bronze-green nape, white band on hindneck (males), rufous-chestnut underparts, grey head, montane forest habitat
Description
This medium-sized pigeon is characterized by its distinctive iridescent bronze-green nape. It typically inhabits the canopy of montane and submontane forests, where it forages for fruits, often seen in pairs or small flocks.
