About the Orange-fronted Fruit-Dove
The orange-fronted fruit dove is a species of bird in the family Columbidae, measuring 22–23 cm in length and weighing approximately 136 g. P. aurantiifrons is characterized by a dull green body, a distinctive bright orange forehead, and a gray collar encircling the neck. The female displays duller coloration, and juvenile P. aurantiifrons have not been described.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Columbiformes |
| Family | Pigeons and Doves (Columbidae) |
| Species | Ptilinopus aurantiifrons |
| Species Codes | offdov1, OFFD |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Orange-fronted Fruit-Dove belong to?
The Orange-fronted Fruit-Dove (Ptilinopus aurantiifrons) belongs to the Pigeons and Doves family (Columbidae), in the order Columbiformes.
How can I identify the Orange-fronted Fruit-Dove?
The orange-fronted fruit dove is a species of bird in the family Columbidae, measuring 22–23 cm in length and weighing approximately 136 g. P. aurantiifrons is characterized by a dull green body, a distinctive bright orange forehead, and a gray collar encircling the neck. The female displays duller ...
Where can I report a Orange-fronted Fruit-Dove sighting?
You can log sightings of Orange-fronted Fruit-Dove on eBird (ebird.org) using species code offdov1, or on iNaturalist.
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