Asian Emerald Dove
NameAsian Emerald Dove
Common NameAsian Emerald Dove
Scientific NameChalcophaps indica
FamilyColumbidae
Wingspan (cm)47.5
Length (cm)25
Weight (g)125
Plumage DetailsMales have an iridescent emerald green back and wings, reddish-brown underparts, a grey cap, and a white forehead stripe. Females are duller, with a browner head and neck, and a less prominent white forehead. Both sexes have a reddish bill with a yellowish tip and red legs.
Vocalization / CallA soft, low, mournful cooing sound, often a repeated 'hoo-hoo-hoo' or 'coo-coo-coo' that can be difficult to locate.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeWidespread across the Indian subcontinent, Southeast Asia, and extending to parts of eastern Australia and the Solomon Islands.
Identifying Featuresiridescent emerald green back and wings, reddish-brown underparts, grey cap (male), white forehead stripe (male), red bill with yellow tip
Description
A small, stocky ground-dwelling dove characterized by its brilliant iridescent emerald green back and wings. It has a reddish-brown body, a grey cap, and a distinctive reddish bill, often seen foraging for seeds and fallen fruits in dense forest undergrowth.
