Thick-billed Ground-Pigeon
NameThick-billed Ground-Pigeon
Common NameThick-billed Ground-Pigeon
Scientific NameTrugon terrestris
FamilyColumbidae
Wingspan (cm)47.5
Length (cm)31.5
Weight (g)225
Plumage DetailsUpperparts are dark grey to blackish-brown, with a paler grey head featuring a white patch below the eye and a dark line through it. The breast is dark, sharply contrasting with the rufous-chestnut belly and flanks. The bill is thick and pale yellowish.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a deep, booming 'hoo-hoo-hoo' or a series of soft, mournful cooing notes.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusnear-threatened
Geographic RangeEndemic to the lowlands of New Guinea and some adjacent islands, such as the Aru Islands.
Identifying FeaturesThick, pale yellowish bill, Dark grey upperparts with rufous-chestnut belly, Pale grey head with white patch below eye, Terrestrial foraging behavior
Description
This medium-sized, terrestrial pigeon is characterized by its robust, pale bill and dark plumage contrasting with a rufous belly. It spends most of its time foraging on the forest floor, often flicking leaves aside to uncover food.
