Mindanao Bleeding-heart
Gallicolumba crinigera
VulnerableAves · Columbiformes · Columbidae
About
The Mindanao bleeding-heart, also known as Bartlett's bleeding heart dove, Barlett's bleeding heart pigeon and the hair-breasted bleeding heart, is a species of bird in the pigeon family. It is endemic to the Philippines on the islands of Mindanao, Basilan, Samar, Leyte and Bohol. It is so named because of a red blotch on its breast. The generic name derives from a fusion of the Latin gallus ("chicken") and columba ("pigeon"). Among all five bleeding hearts, it has the largest and darkest "heart". It is a ground dwellling dove found in tropical moist lowland forests. It is threatened by habitat loss, trapping and the wildlife trade.
Fun Fact
Among all five bleeding hearts, it has the largest and darkest "heart".
Quick Facts
Habitat
Occurs in both primary and secondary tropical lowland rainforests up to an elevation of 750 m (2,460 ft).
Diet
Feed on the forest floor, foraging for berries, seeds, worms and insects.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Degradation
- Overexploitation
- Invasive Species
- Climate Change