Treron phoenicopterus
The Yellow-footed Green Pigeon (Treron phoenicopterus) is a captivating and widespread avian gem of the Columbidae family, distinguished by its vibrant plumage and striking yellow feet, a key diagnostic feature. Measuring approximately 27-33 cm in length and weighing around 160-270 grams, this arboreal pigeon boasts a greenish-yellow body, a distinctive grey head, and a prominent purplish-mauve patch on the shoulder. Its taxonomy places it within the genus Treron, known as the green pigeons, ...
This species primarily inhabits lowland forests, open woodlands, scrublands, plantations, and cultivated areas, often favoring regions near water bodies. It can be found from sea level up to elevations of about 1500 meters in foothills.
Primarily frugivorous, their diet consists almost exclusively of various soft fruits, with a particular preference for wild figs (Ficus species), which they pluck directly from trees.
Yellow-footed Green Pigeons are predominantly diurnal and highly arboreal, spending most of their time in the canopy. They are gregarious birds, often observed foraging in small to large flocks, especially at favored fruiting trees. Their foraging strategy involves acrobatically plucking fruits d...
The Yellow-footed Green Pigeon is a widely distributed resident species found throughout the Indian subcontinent and parts of Southeast Asia. Its breeding range encompasses much of India, Sri Lanka, Nepal's Terai region, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, and Vietnam, extending southw...
Least Concern
- The Yellow-footed Green Pigeon is one of the few bird species globally that has distinctly bright yellow feet, making it easily identifiable. - Despite its widespread presence, its superb green camouflage makes it surprisingly difficult to spot amidst dense foliage. - Like all pigeons and doves...