Where does the Yellow-necked Green Pigeon live?
Treron vernans
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Biomes
Tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, mangroves, secondary growth, plantations, and gardens.
Geographic range
Southeast Asia, including Myanmar, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia (Sumatra, Java, Borneo, Sulawesi, and many smaller islands), Brunei, and the Philippines.
Preferred environments
Prefers forest edges, open woodlands, coastal areas with fruiting trees, and cultivated areas with abundant fruit sources.
Elevation range
Primarily lowlands, from sea level up to approximately 1,000 meters (occasionally higher).
Where to look
Fruiting Trees
Focus on areas with abundant fruiting trees, especially fig trees (Ficus spp.), as these are their primary food source. They will congregate where fruit is ripe.
Forest Edges and Secondary Growth
These pigeons often prefer the edges of forests, secondary growth, and disturbed areas where fruiting plants are common, rather than deep primary forest.
Mangrove Forests
In coastal regions, they can be found in mangrove forests, feeding on the fruits of mangrove trees.
Parks and Gardens
In urbanized areas within their range, they can be found in large parks and gardens with mature fruiting trees.
Field tips
- Look Up. These are arboreal birds and spend most of their time in the canopy. Scan the upper branches of fruiting trees carefully.
- Listen for Calls. Their distinctive cooing and whistling calls can often lead you to their location before you see them.
- Patience at Fruiting Trees. If you find a fruiting tree, especially a fig tree, sit patiently and observe. Green pigeons are likely to visit.
- Use Binoculars. Given their arboreal nature and often cryptic green plumage, good binoculars are essential for detailed observation and identification.
Migration
Resident throughout its range, with some local movements in response to fruit availability.
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