Collared Imperial Pigeon
NameCollared Imperial Pigeon
Common NameCollared Imperial Pigeon
Scientific NameDucula mullerii
FamilyColumbidae
Wingspan (cm)47.5
Length (cm)41.5
Weight (g)550
Plumage DetailsThe head and upper neck are pale grey, contrasting with a broad black band forming a collar across the upper breast and nape. The back, wings, and central tail are dark slate-grey, while the lower breast and belly have a reddish-pink wash. The undertail coverts are white, and the tail has a distinct white terminal band.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations consist of deep, booming coos, often described as a repeated 'whoo-whoo-whoo' or 'coo-coo-coo'.
Primary Dietfrugivore
Primary Habitatsforest, wetland
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeNative to New Guinea and several adjacent islands, including the Aru Islands and parts of the Bismarck Archipelago.
Identifying FeaturesBroad black collar, Pale grey head, Reddish-pink wash on underparts, White tail tip, Large size
Description
This large, striking pigeon is characterized by its distinctive black collar and pale head. It typically inhabits the canopy of lowland forests, where it forages primarily for fruits.
