Ruddy Quail-Dove
NameRuddy Quail-Dove
Common NameRuddy Quail-Dove
Scientific NameGeotrygon montana
FamilyColumbidae
Wingspan (cm)30
Length (cm)22
Weight (g)125
Plumage DetailsMales have rich ruddy-brown upperparts, head, and breast, often with a purplish sheen on the head and neck. They feature a prominent pale buffy-white throat and a bright yellow eye-ring. The underparts are paler, often buffy-brown. Females are duller, more olive-brown overall.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalization is a soft, low, mournful cooing or hooting sound, often repeated at intervals.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeWidespread from southern Mexico through Central America, much of South America (east of the Andes), and some Caribbean islands.
Identifying FeaturesRuddy-brown plumage, Pale buffy-white throat, Bright yellow eye-ring, Ground-dwelling behavior, Shy nature
Description
The Ruddy Quail-Dove is a shy, ground-dwelling pigeon found in tropical forests. Males are characterized by their striking ruddy-brown plumage, pale throat, and distinctive yellow eye-ring. They forage quietly on the forest floor for seeds and fallen fruits.
