Olive-backed Quail-dove
A species of Quail-doves Scientific name : Leptotrygon veraguensis Genus : Quail-doves
Olive-backed Quail-dove, A species of Quail-doves
Botanical name: Leptotrygon veraguensis
Genus: Quail-doves
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Description
Description
The olive-backed quail-dove (Leptotrygon veraguensis) is a species of bird in the family Columbidae. It is the only species in the genus Leptotrygon. It is found in Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Nicaragua, and Panama. Its natural habitat is lowland tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests. The olive-backed quail-dove feeds on seeds, small fruits, and small invertebrates. It is typically encountered alone or in pairs. It prefers to walk or run when fleeing from danger, but sometimes flushes for short distances if disturbed. Cladogram showing the position of the olive-backed quail-dove among its closest relatives: 
Size
21 - 25 cm
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Pigeons and doves Family
Dove Genus
Quail-doves Species
Olive-backed Quail-dove 
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