African Green-Pigeon

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4 months ago door jenny van Dorland

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Spotted

The African Green Pigeon is a vibrant and widespread species across sub-Saharan Africa, known for its bright green plumage and distinctive yellow and red markings. It's a common inhabitant of various wooded habitats.

Where to spot

Widespread across sub-Saharan Africa, inhabiting diverse wooded areas, including forests, woodlands, savannas with scattered trees, and even suburban gardens with abundant fruiting trees.

How to spot

Look for flocks in fruiting trees, especially fig trees. Identify it by its overall green plumage, bright yellow legs and feet, and often a red patch on the shoulder. Listen for its characteristic bubbling or whistling calls.

When to spot

Observable year-round in its resident range. Active throughout the day, particularly when feeding in fruiting trees during morning and late afternoon.

Where to spot

Widespread across sub-Saharan Africa, inhabiting diverse wooded areas, including forests, woodlands, savannas with scattered trees, and even suburban gardens with abundant fruiting trees.

How to spot

When to spot

Observable year-round in its resident range. Active throughout the day, particularly when feeding in fruiting trees during morning and late afternoon.