Birds of Venezuela

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Genus: Zentrygon (1 species, 8 worldwide)

Genus Zentrygon, Quail-Doves, are the largest American doves, often over 30 cm. in length, and are generally seen on or near the ground and only inside the forest.


Lined Quail-Dove
Lined Quail-Dove (Zentrygon linearis linearis)
ProAves Cerulean Warbler Reserve, San Vicente de Chucuri, Santander, Colombia   		   
Photograph by Tom Friedel   © All Rights Reserved.
A large Quail-Dove. Compare to similar White-throated Quail-Dove, but note cinnamon crown. Generally found at under 2000m, usually on the ground.
Immature.

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