Papuan Mountain Pigeon
A species of Mountain Pigeons Scientific name : Gymnophaps albertisii Genus : Mountain Pigeons
Papuan Mountain Pigeon, A species of Mountain Pigeons
Botanical name: Gymnophaps albertisii
Genus: Mountain Pigeons
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Description
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Description
The Papuan mountain pigeon (Gymnophaps albertisii) is a species of bird in the family Columbidae. It is found in the Bacan Islands, New Guinea and the Bismarck Archipelago. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist montane forests. 
Size
36 cm
Feeding Habits
Papuan Mountain Pigeon primarily consumes fruit such as figs and Cryptocarpa tessalata drupes. They forage in the canopy, typically in flocks, varying from pairs to groups of up to 80.
Habitat
The papuan Mountain Pigeon predominantly inhabits primary forests, typically situated in upland regions. It favors forested terrains, primarily extending across mountainous and hilly landscapes. While it exhibits a preference for elevated habitats, the species is also known to seasonally frequent adjacent lowlands and can sometimes be found in these areas within close proximity to sea-level.
Dite type
Frugivorous
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Pigeons and doves Family
Dove Genus
Mountain Pigeons Species
Papuan Mountain Pigeon 
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