Lemon Dove
Aplopelia larvata
Least ConcernAves · Columbiformes · Columbidae
About
The lemon dove or cinnamon dove is a species of bird in the pigeon family Columbidae found in montane forests of sub-Saharan Africa. The lemon dove has a generally brownish-grey plumage with a cinnamon brown breast. Adults have a greenish-glossed neck and white markings on the head, and juveniles are rather more brown with pale feather fringe barring and have greyer facial markings. This dove is a common species, and the International Union for Conservation of Nature has rated its conservation status as being of "least concern".
Fun Fact
The lemon dove has a generally brownish-grey plumage with a cinnamon brown breast.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Range and is distributed in montane forests in sub-Saharan Africa, ranging from 100 to 3,000 metres (330 to 9,840 ft) altitude in eastern Africa.
Diet
Diet consists mainly of various small fruits, seeds, molluscs and insects.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance