Flame-breasted Fruit Dove
NameFlame-breasted Fruit Dove
Common NameFlame-breasted Fruit Dove
Scientific NamePtilinopus subgularis
FamilyColumbidae
Wingspan (cm)45
Length (cm)28
Weight (g)190
Plumage DetailsThe Flame-breasted Fruit Dove has a distinctive pinkish-red crown, a black mask extending from the lores to behind the eye, and a white throat and upper breast. Below the white, there is a broad band of bright orange, transitioning to deep crimson-red on the lower breast. The back and wings are dark slate-grey to blackish, with some reddish undertail coverts.
Vocalization / CallTypically a series of soft, mournful coos or hoots, often described as a low 'woo-woo-woo' or 'hoo-hoo-hoo'.
Primary Dietfrugivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the island of Sulawesi and some nearby smaller islands in Indonesia.
Identifying Featurespinkish-red crown, black facial mask, white throat and upper breast, bright orange breast band, deep crimson-red lower breast, dark slate-grey back and wings
Description
This striking fruit dove is characterized by its vibrant plumage, featuring a pinkish-red crown, black facial mask, and a brilliant orange and red breast. It is a shy, arboreal bird found in tropical forests, feeding primarily on fruits.
