Treron olax
The Little Green Pigeon (Treron olax) is a captivating, small arboreal pigeon endemic to the Sundaic region of Southeast Asia. Measuring approximately 20-22 cm (8-9 inches) in length and weighing between 100-150 grams, this species exhibits striking sexual dimorphism. Males boast a vibrant, rich orange breast and a purplish-chestnut mantle, contrasting with dark green upperparts and a yellowish-green belly patch, while females are more uniformly dull green, lacking the distinct orange and che...
Primarily found in primary and secondary evergreen rainforests, forest edges, and cultivated areas with fruit trees, typically from lowlands up to 1000 meters in elevation, occasionally higher.
Primarily frugivorous, specializing in a variety of fruits, with figs (Ficus species) forming a significant portion of its diet.
The Little Green Pigeon is largely arboreal, spending most of its time high in the canopy. It is diurnal but generally inconspicuous, moving quietly through dense foliage. Foraging involves acrobatic maneuvers to pluck fruits directly from branches, often hanging upside down. Outside the breeding...
The Little Green Pigeon is widely distributed across the Sundaic biogeographic region of Southeast Asia, a resident species with no significant migratory movements. Its primary range encompasses the Malay Peninsula, extending through Sumatra, Borneo, and Java in Indonesia, as well as Brunei Darus...
Least Concern
- Despite its bright male plumage, the Little Green Pigeon is remarkably difficult to spot due to its preference for dense canopy and quiet demeanor. - Its unique vocalization is described as a soft, flute-like whistle, a stark contrast to the familiar cooing of most pigeons. - Unlike many pigeon...