Metallic Pigeon
NameMetallic Pigeon
Common NameMetallic Pigeon
Scientific NameColumba vitiensis
FamilyColumbidae
Wingspan (cm)52
Length (cm)39
Weight (g)400
Plumage DetailsThe plumage is largely dark, with a highly iridescent purplish-bronze to green sheen on the back, wings, and underparts. It features a distinctive white patch on the forehead and face, a bright red bill with a white cere, and a yellow eye surrounded by a red orbital ring. The neck and breast can show a greyish-pink hue.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalization is typically a deep, booming coo, often described as a series of 'hoo-hoo-hoo' notes.
Primary Dietfrugivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound across a wide range of islands in the southwest Pacific, including New Guinea, the Solomon Islands, Vanuatu, Fiji, Samoa, and other smaller archipelagos.
Identifying FeaturesIridescent purplish-bronze and green plumage, Prominent white patch on forehead and face, Bright red bill with white cere, Yellow eye with red orbital ring
Description
The Metallic Pigeon is a medium-sized pigeon known for its striking iridescent plumage. It typically forages in the canopy of forests, feeding on fruits and seeds. This species is generally shy and often found alone or in small groups.
