White-fronted Quail-Dove
NameWhite-fronted Quail-Dove
Common NameWhite-fronted Quail-Dove
Scientific NameGeotrygon leucometopia
FamilyColumbidae
Wingspan (cm)32
Length (cm)28.5
Weight (g)175
Plumage DetailsThe plumage features iridescent purplish-blue to dark blue on the crown, nape, back, and wings. It has a distinctive white forehead and supercilium, contrasting with a dark lore and ear patch. The breast and flanks are reddish-brown to rufous, fading to paler greyish on the belly, with bright red eyes and a pinkish bill with a pale tip.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalization is a low, mournful, repeated cooing sound, often described as a series of 'hoo-hoo-hoo' notes.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusendangered
Geographic RangeEndemic to the island of Hispaniola, found in both the Dominican Republic and Haiti.
Identifying Featureswhite forehead and supercilium, iridescent purplish-blue upperparts, rufous underparts, red eyes, terrestrial foraging habits
Description
This medium-sized, terrestrial dove is characterized by its striking white forehead and iridescent purplish-blue upperparts. It typically forages quietly on the forest floor, feeding on fallen fruits and seeds.
