Sri Lanka Green-Pigeon
NameSri Lanka Green-Pigeon
Common NameSri Lanka Green-Pigeon
Scientific NameTreron pompadora
FamilyColumbidae
Wingspan (cm)48
Length (cm)27
Weight (g)165
Plumage DetailsMales have a yellowish-green head, neck, and underparts, with a prominent maroon mantle (back). The wings are dark with distinct yellow edges to the flight feathers, forming bars. The bill is pale blue-grey with a yellowish tip, and there is a blue eye-ring. Females are generally duller green and lack the maroon mantle.
Vocalization / CallA series of soft, melodious whistles and coos, often described as fluty or whistling sounds.
Primary Dietfrugivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to Sri Lanka, found throughout the island in suitable forest habitats.
Identifying Featurespredominantly green plumage, maroon mantle (males), yellow wing bars, pale blue-grey bill with yellowish tip, blue eye-ring
Description
A medium-sized, stocky pigeon predominantly green, with males featuring a distinctive maroon mantle. These arboreal birds are typically found in the canopy of forests and woodlands, where they feed primarily on fruits.
