The Andaman green pigeon is a pigeon in the genus Treron. It is found in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Many authorities split the species from the pompadour green pigeon complex. It has been added in the 2014 Red List of International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) in July 2014.
Region
Andaman Islands
Typical Environment
Occurs mainly in the Andaman archipelago, using primary and secondary evergreen forests, coastal woodland, and groves with abundant fruiting trees. It frequents forest edges, plantations with large figs, and tall garden trees near villages. The species is largely arboreal, keeping to the mid- to upper canopy. It may also visit mangroves and scrubby edges when fruit is available.
Altitude Range
Sea level to 700 m
Climate Zone
Tropical
Ease of Keeping
Beginner friendly: 1/5
This island green pigeon is part of the former pompadour green pigeon complex and is now widely treated as a distinct species. It is a canopy frugivore that plays an important role in dispersing native forest trees, especially figs. Typically shy and unobtrusive, it is more often detected by its mellow coos than by sight.
Temperament
shy and canopy-dwelling
Flight Pattern
short rapid wingbeats with swift, direct flight
Social Behavior
Usually encountered in pairs or small groups, gathering in larger flocks at heavily fruiting trees. Monogamous pairs build a flimsy twig platform high in trees. Breeding likely coincides with periods of high fruit availability, with both parents sharing incubation and chick rearing.
Migratory Pattern
Resident
Song Description
A mellow series of soft coos and whistles, often delivered from concealed canopy perches. Calls carry well in forest but are unobtrusive, helping locate birds otherwise hidden by foliage.
