Crested Quail-dove
A species of Quail-doves Scientific name : Geotrygon versicolor Genus : Quail-doves
Crested Quail-dove, A species of Quail-doves
Botanical name: Geotrygon versicolor
Genus: Quail-doves
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Description
Description
The crested quail-dove (Geotrygon versicolor) is a species of bird in the family Columbidae. It is endemic to Jamaica. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist montane forests. It is threatened by habitat loss. 
Size
27 - 31 cm
Feeding Habits
Crested Quail-dove consumes a varied diet including seeds, fallen fruit, invertebrates, and small snails. This bird forages on the forest floor, delicately picking its food. It has particular dietary preferences, showcasing a unique feeding ecology among dove species.
Habitat
Crested Quail-dove primarily inhabits moist montane forests and middle-elevation wet limestone woodlands found in mountainous regions. These birds tend to be present in areas ranging from lowland elevations of about 100 meters up to high montane zones reaching 1800 meters. While crested Quail-dove is adapted to a humid forest environment, it avoids lowland dry forests, riverine forests, and cultivated areas with sparse tree cover, preferring more intact forest habitats.
Dite type
Frugivorous
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Pigeons and doves Family
Dove Genus
Quail-doves Species
Crested Quail-dove 
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