Orange Dove
NameOrange Dove
Common NameOrange Dove
Scientific NamePtilinopus victor
FamilyColumbidae
Wingspan (cm)21
Length (cm)20
Weight (g)110
Plumage DetailsMales are characterized by their vibrant, fiery orange body plumage, contrasting sharply with an olive-green head and a yellowish vent. Females are predominantly dark green, with some orange on the belly and a duller green head.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalization is a distinctive series of deep, resonant cooing notes, often described as a 'growl' or 'bark', which can be quite loud and carries well through the forest.
Primary Dietfrugivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the larger islands of Fiji, including Viti Levu, Vanua Levu, Taveuni, and Kadavu.
Identifying Featuresbrilliant orange body (male), olive-green head (male), small size, arboreal behavior, distinctive cooing call
Description
The Orange Dove is a strikingly colorful fruit dove, with males displaying brilliant orange plumage and an olive-green head. These arboreal birds are typically found in the lowland forests of Fiji, where they primarily feed on fruits.
