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The Gray-cheeked Green-Pigeon (Treron griseicauda) is a bird in the family Columbidae. In Indonesia, observation records come mainly from Nusa Tenggara, Sulawesi, Java. It is endemic to Indonesia, living naturally only in Java, Bali, the Kangean Islands, Sulawesi and nearby islands (Sangihe, Talaud, Banggai, Sula, Tanahjampea). Diet: fruit-eater (frugivore); a herbivore.
| Scientific name | Treron griseicauda |
|---|---|
| Indonesian name | Punai penganten |
| Group | Birds |
| Family | Columbidae |
| Observation records | Nusa Tenggara, Sulawesi, Java |
| Taxonomic group | Columbiformes |
| GBIF records | 4,495 human-observation records, 2016–2026 |
| Data retrieved | 2026-09-23 |
| Diet type | Herbivore (plant-eater) — fruit-eater (frugivore) · AVONET bird trait database (Tobias et al. 2022) |
| Reproduction | Laying eggs (oviparous) · Vigie-Nature École (MNHN) |
| Active | Diurnal (active by day) · EltonTraits 1.0 (Wilman et al. 2014, Ecology 95:2027), BirdFuncDat.txt |
| Endemic to Indonesia | Yes — Java, Bali, the Kangean Islands, Sulawesi and nearby islands (Sangihe, Talaud, Banggai, Sula, Tanahjampea) · BirdLife DataZone |
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What is the Gray-cheeked Green-Pigeon?
Gray-cheeked Green-Pigeon refers to Treron griseicauda, in the genus Treron, family Columbidae, and order Columbiformes. The scientific name follows the accepted taxon in the GBIF Backbone Taxonomy. Common names can vary between places; the scientific name distinguishes this species from relatives.
What is known about the Gray-cheeked Green-Pigeon?
The grey-cheeked green-pigeon is Indonesian-endemic; cheek and nape colour help separate it from other green-pigeons in fruiting trees.
Read that fact alongside the scientific name and species source, not as proof from an unclear photograph. Populations, ages and taxonomic limits can differ; when identification is uncertain, record the broader group.
Evidence: Species account — background reading ↗
How many Indonesian records name the Gray-cheeked Green-Pigeon?
When checked on 2026-09-23, the GBIF search returned 4,495 human-observation records from Indonesia under this species name for 2016–2026. That is a count of indexed records, not an estimate of population, abundance or unique individuals. Observation effort can vary by location, and the count may change as records are added or identifications revised.
Evidence: GBIF occurrence search — Indonesia, human observations, 2016–2026 ↗
Where were observations reported?
Place labels appearing in the results include Nusa Tenggara, Sulawesi, Java. They are labels attached to records, not a complete range map or evidence that the species occurs only there. Some labels may be broad or inconsistent. Check the underlying records before using the location information for field decisions.
Evidence: GBIF occurrence search — Indonesia, human observations, 2016–2026 ↗
How can you observe the Gray-cheeked Green-Pigeon?
Record the date, broad location, voice and visible plumage without approaching nests or young. A clear, distant photograph is more useful than disturbing a bird for a closer view. A well-documented sighting helps others check the identification without turning one encounter into a conservation-status claim.
Explore related animals
To explore this group further, compare Gray-cheeked Green-Pigeon with Pink-necked Green-Pigeon, Asian Emerald Dove, Rock Pigeon. These links reflect a shared genus, family, order, class or catalogue group; taxonomic proximity does not imply identical habitat needs or conservation status.
Scientific classification of the Gray-cheeked Green-Pigeon
| Kingdom | Animalia |
|---|---|
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Columbiformes |
| Family | Columbidae |
| Genus | Treron |
| Species | Treron griseicauda |
Source: GBIF Backbone Taxonomy, adjusted to the ranks commonly used in school biology (for example class Reptilia).
Common questions about the Gray-cheeked Green-Pigeon
What is the scientific name of the Gray-cheeked Green-Pigeon?
The scientific name of the Gray-cheeked Green-Pigeon is Treron griseicauda, in the family Columbidae and the order Columbiformes. In Indonesian it is called Punai penganten.
What kind of animal is the Gray-cheeked Green-Pigeon?
The Gray-cheeked Green-Pigeon is a bird in the family Columbidae. By diet it is a herbivore (plant-eater): a fruit-eater (frugivore). It is also endemic to Indonesia.
Where does the Gray-cheeked Green-Pigeon live in Indonesia?
Observation records of the Gray-cheeked Green-Pigeon summarised in this guide mainly come from Nusa Tenggara, Sulawesi, Java. That list is not a complete range map.
The Gray-cheeked Green-Pigeon is endemic to Indonesia and lives naturally only in Java, Bali, the Kangean Islands, Sulawesi and nearby islands (Sangihe, Talaud, Banggai, Sula, Tanahjampea). Source: BirdLife DataZone.
What does the Gray-cheeked Green-Pigeon eat?
The Gray-cheeked Green-Pigeon is a fruit-eater (frugivore). That makes it a herbivore (plant-eater). Source: AVONET bird trait database (Tobias et al. 2022).
How does the Gray-cheeked Green-Pigeon reproduce?
The Gray-cheeked Green-Pigeon reproduces by laying eggs (oviparous). Source: Vigie-Nature École (MNHN).
Is the Gray-cheeked Green-Pigeon nocturnal?
The cited source records the Gray-cheeked Green-Pigeon as diurnal (active by day). Source: EltonTraits 1.0 (Wilman et al. 2014, Ecology 95:2027), BirdFuncDat.txt.
See also the list of nocturnal and diurnal animals in Indonesia.
What is the scientific classification of the Gray-cheeked Green-Pigeon?
Scientific classification of the Gray-cheeked Green-Pigeon: kingdom Animalia, phylum Chordata, class Aves, order Columbiformes, family Columbidae, genus Treron, species Treron griseicauda.
Source: GBIF Backbone Taxonomy, adjusted to the ranks commonly used in school biology.
Sources & references
- GBIF Backbone Taxonomy — accepted taxon ↗
- GBIF occurrence search — Indonesia, human observations, 2016–2026 ↗
- iNaturalist — exact species taxon and community observations ↗
- Species account — background reading ↗
- AVONET bird trait database (Tobias et al. 2022) ↗
- Vigie-Nature École (MNHN) ↗
- BirdLife DataZone ↗
- EltonTraits 1.0 (Wilman et al. 2014, Ecology 95:2027), BirdFuncDat.txt ↗
- GBIF Backbone Taxonomy (GBIF) ↗
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