Characteristics

Physical Appearance:

The Cinnamon Quail-Dove (Geotrygon inagkaura) is characterized by its distinctive cinnamon-colored plumage, which gives it its name. Both males and females exhibit this warm, reddish-brown hue across their entire bodies. They have a compact and rounded body shape, short legs, and a small head. Their wings are relatively short and rounded, suited for navigating through the dense vegetation of their forest habitat. Additionally, they have a short, squared tail that aids in balance and agility while foraging on the forest floor.

Behavior and Habitat:

Cinnamon Quail-Doves are primarily solitary or found in pairs, although they may gather in small groups during periods of abundant food resources. They are known for their shy and secretive behavior, often seeking refuge in dense vegetation to avoid predators and disturbances. Their natural habitat includes various forested landscapes, such as montane forests, lowland forests, and scrublands, across islands such as Cuba, Hispaniola, and Jamaica.

Diet and Foraging:

As primarily herbivorous birds, Cinnamon Quail-Doves have a diet that consists mainly of fruits and seeds, although they may occasionally consume leaves and small invertebrates. Their foraging behavior involves searching for food on the ground and low vegetation, where they can find a variety of fruits and seeds to consume.

Breeding Behavior:

Breeding behavior in Cinnamon Quail-Doves involves the establishment of territories by pairs, with males often engaging in courtship displays to attract mates. Nesting sites are carefully chosen within dense vegetation, where females construct simple platform nests using twigs, leaves, and other plant materials.

Flight and Movement:

While the exact flight speed of the Cinnamon Quail-Dove is not extensively documented, it is estimated to fly at moderate speeds, generally ranging from 20 to 40 kilometers per hour (12 to 25 miles per hour). However, in short bursts or when startled, they may briefly accelerate to higher speeds. Their flight is characterized by agile movements and short-distance flights within the dense forest understory.