Green Imperial Pigeon
NameGreen Imperial Pigeon
Common NameGreen Imperial Pigeon
Scientific NameDucula aenea
FamilyColumbidae
Wingspan (cm)47.5
Length (cm)43.5
Weight (g)500
Plumage DetailsThe head and neck are pale grey, sometimes appearing whitish-grey. The upperparts, including the mantle, back, wings, and tail, are iridescent metallic green or bronze-green. The underside is a duller grey, often with maroon undertail coverts (not visible in image). The eyes are reddish, and the bill is greenish-grey with a darker tip.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalization is a deep, resonant, booming 'coo-coo-coo' or 'whoo-whoo-whoo' that is often repeated, sometimes described as a series of low hoots.
Primary Dietfrugivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeWidespread across tropical southern Asia, from India and Sri Lanka eastward through Southeast Asia, including parts of southern China, Myanmar, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines.
Identifying FeaturesLarge size, Pale grey head and neck, Iridescent metallic green upperparts, Reddish eyes, Deep booming call
Description
The Green Imperial Pigeon is a large, arboreal pigeon found in tropical Asia. It is known for its striking metallic green plumage on its back and wings, contrasting with a pale grey head and neck. These birds are primarily frugivorous, spending much of their time foraging for fruits high in the forest canopy.
