African Green Pigeon
Treron calvus
African Green Pigeon, fruit eater in tropical forests and savanna edges.
| Scientific name | Treron calvus |
|---|---|
| Swahili name | Kwakwa wa kijani |
| Conservation status | Least Concern |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Columbiformes |
| Family | Columbidae |
| Size | Male: approximately 210-240 grams; Female: approximately 190-220 grams |
How to identify
Body feathers mainly green, with bluish-green gloss on back and wings; head gray; distinct yellow eye ring around eyes; tail feathers dark at the tips; medium-small size, rounded body shape
Habitat
Tropical and subtropical forests, edges of savannas, shrubs, and near farmlands
Diet
Primarily frugivorous, especially fond of figs and other soft fruits; occasionally consumes seeds and tender leaves
When it is active
Diurnal, active during the day, more active at dawn and dusk
Where it lives
Distributed from West to East Africa, including Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and the Maasai Mara region
How to spot it
Observe near fruit trees at dawn or dusk, listen for its soft calls; use binoculars to watch individuals active in the canopy
Photography tips
Use a telephoto lens to capture natural feeding behavior among fruit trees; pay attention to lighting and avoid backlighting
Threats
Habitat destruction and deforestation; hunting pressure in localized areas
Similar species
Other species of the genus Treron, such as Treron waalia (Walia green pigeon), distinguished by head color and body size
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