Pink-bellied Imperial Pigeon
NamePink-bellied Imperial Pigeon
Common NamePink-bellied Imperial Pigeon
Scientific NameDucula poliocephala
FamilyColumbidae
Wingspan (cm)48
Length (cm)40
Weight (g)500
Plumage DetailsThe head and upper neck are white to pale grey. The upperparts, wings, and tail are iridescent dark green. The breast and belly are pale pinkish-grey, transitioning to a deeper rufous or reddish-brown on the undertail coverts. The eyes are bright red, surrounded by a red orbital ring, and the bill is dark.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations typically consist of deep, booming coos, often described as a series of 'hoo-hoo-hooo' or 'woom-woom' notes, characteristic of imperial pigeons.
Primary Dietfrugivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusnear-threatened
Geographic RangeEndemic to the Philippines, found across many of its islands, including Luzon, Mindanao, Samar, Leyte, Negros, and Panay, primarily in lowland and montane forests.
Identifying FeaturesWhite head and upper neck, Iridescent dark green upperparts, Pale pinkish-grey belly, Bright red eyes with red orbital ring, Large size for a pigeon
Description
This large, striking pigeon is characterized by its vibrant green upperparts and contrasting pale pinkish-grey underparts. It inhabits tropical forests, where it primarily forages for fruit in the canopy. Its distinctive white head and bright red eyes make it easily identifiable.
