About Geotrygon chrysia Bonaparte, 1855
Geotrygon chrysia, commonly called the Key West quail-dove, measures approximately 27 to 31 centimeters in total length. This species has a dark rust-colored back and matching wings. Amethyst or bronze green iridescence is present on its crown, nape, and the back of its neck. Purplish red iridescence can be seen on its mantle, back, rump, and inner wing coverts. It also features a distinct bold white stripe across its face. Its call is a single-pitched moan, similar to the call of the white-tipped dove. The Key West quail-dove breeds in the Bahamas and across the entire Greater Antilles except for Jamaica. Contrary to what its common name suggests, this species does not currently breed in the Florida Keys or the southern mainland of Florida. It inhabits tropical and subtropical dry forests, shrublands, and lowland moist forests.
