Skip to content

Green-naped pheasant pigeon

Tropics·Bird

This bird builds its nests on the ground, protected below trees and bushes. The females lay only one egg in their nest, which both parents will take turns incubating. Once the egg hatches, both parents will care for the chick.

  • Conservation StatusLeast Concern
  • Life spanMedian Life Expectancy is 9.8 years
  • Body size15-20 in. long
  • Native habitat Forests of New Guinea and nearby islands
  • DietSeeds and fallen fruit
Spotted thick-knee Red-legged Honeycreeper

Tickets

Close

Subscribe

Zoo News

Our monthly e-newsletter holds a fun assortment of announcements, discounts, and news so you can stay up to date with Sedgwick County Zoo.