Orange-bellied Fruit Dove
NameOrange-bellied Fruit Dove
Common NameOrange-bellied Fruit Dove
Scientific NamePtilinopus iozonus
FamilyColumbidae
Wingspan (cm)32
Length (cm)21.5
Weight (g)110
Plumage DetailsPredominantly bright green plumage covers most of the body. A prominent orange patch is visible on the lower belly, contrasting with the green. The undertail coverts are yellow, the bill is yellow, and the legs are reddish. Some individuals may show a purplish-blue patch on the wing.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations consist of a series of soft, cooing or hooting notes, often described as ascending in pitch or a 'whoop-whoop-whoop' sound.
Primary Dietfrugivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeThis species is endemic to New Guinea and several surrounding islands, including the Aru Islands and West Papuan Islands.
Identifying FeaturesBright green plumage, Distinctive orange belly patch, Yellow bill, Reddish legs, Small size for a dove
Description
The Orange-bellied Fruit Dove is a small, vibrant green dove characterized by a distinctive orange patch on its lower belly. It is typically found foraging for fruits in the canopy of tropical lowland and hill forests.
