White-bibbed Ground Dove
NameWhite-bibbed Ground Dove
Common NameWhite-bibbed Ground Dove
Scientific NameGallicolumba jobiensis
FamilyColumbidae
Wingspan (cm)42
Length (cm)27
Weight (g)175
Plumage DetailsFeatures a white forehead and face, black crown and nape, and a prominent white bib on the chest. The mantle and back are reddish-brown, while the underparts and wings are dark grey to black.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations consist of soft, low cooing calls, typical of many dove species, often heard from the forest undergrowth.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusnear-threatened
Geographic RangeEndemic to New Guinea and several surrounding islands, including Biak, Yapen, New Britain, and New Ireland.
Identifying Featureswhite bib on chest, dark head with white face, reddish-brown back, terrestrial habits
Description
This medium-sized ground dove is characterized by its striking white bib on the chest, contrasting with a dark head and reddish-brown upperparts. It is a terrestrial species, typically found foraging on the forest floor in its native range.
