Yellow-footed Green Pigeon

Key identifiable features

• General: Plump green pigeon with yellowish legs and grey head. Purple patch on the shoulder distinctive.
• Male vs Female: Sexes look similar though males may be slightly brighter.
• Juvenile: Duller overall and lack full shoulder tint.

Movement & migration

Resident throughout India’s dry forests; moves locally in search of fruiting trees.

General information

India’s state bird of Maharashtra, it frequents tree canopies and is often heard before seen. Feeds on figs and other soft fruits and plays a vital role in seed dispersal.

Sourced from authorized ornithology references.

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