About Geotrygon montana (Linnaeus, 1758)
The ruddy quail-dove, scientifically named Geotrygon montana (Linnaeus, 1758), measures approximately 19 to 28 centimeters in length. This species can be identified by its rust-colored back, facial mask, and wings that share the same rust color. Its breast, rump, and the stripe below its eye are a lighter shade of brown. Ruddy quail-doves live in woodland and scrub forest, and they have also adapted to live in coffee plantations. The species is somewhat sensitive to forest fragmentation. These birds forage on the ground, feeding mainly on seeds, and they also eat small invertebrates as part of their diet.
