Purple-capped Fruit Dove
NamePurple-capped Fruit Dove
Common NamePurple-capped Fruit Dove
Scientific NamePtilinopus porphyraceus
FamilyColumbidae
Wingspan (cm)22.5
Length (cm)22
Weight (g)90
Plumage DetailsMales have a bright green body, a deep purple cap extending to the nape, a pale greenish-white throat, and a broad purplish-maroon band across the lower belly. The undertail coverts are bright yellow. Females are similar but may have a duller cap and less distinct belly band.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include soft, mournful cooing or hooting sounds, often described as a series of 'woo-woo-woo' notes that can be quite resonant.
Primary Dietfrugivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound on various islands in the tropical Pacific, including Samoa, Tonga, Fiji, Niue, and the Lau Group.
Identifying Featurespurple cap, bright green plumage, purplish-maroon belly band, yellow undertail coverts, small size
Description
This small, vibrant fruit dove is characterized by its bright green plumage, a distinctive purple cap, and a dark purplish-maroon band across its lower belly. It is typically found foraging for fruits in the canopy of tropical forests, often solitary or in small groups.
