Rose-crowned Fruit Dove
NameRose-crowned Fruit Dove
Common NameRose-crowned Fruit Dove
Scientific NamePtilinopus regina
FamilyColumbidae
Wingspan (cm)28
Length (cm)23
Weight (g)90
Plumage DetailsMales have a distinctive rose-pink crown bordered by a narrow yellow band, a grey head and neck with fine pale scaling on the breast. Their back and wings are bright green, transitioning to a vibrant orange breast that fades to yellow on the belly, with a white undertail. Females are generally duller in coloration.
Vocalization / CallTheir vocalizations consist of soft, mournful cooing or hooting calls, often described as a series of 'coo-woo-woo' or 'oo-oo-oo' notes.
Primary Dietfrugivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeThe Rose-crowned Fruit Dove is found in northern and eastern Australia, as well as parts of New Guinea and the Lesser Sunda Islands in Indonesia.
Identifying Featuresrose-pink crown, grey head and neck with scaled breast, bright green back and wings, orange breast fading to yellow belly
Description
This small, vibrantly colored fruit dove is known for its striking plumage, including a distinctive rose-pink crown. It typically inhabits the canopies of tropical and subtropical forests, feeding primarily on fruits. These birds are often shy and difficult to spot amidst the dense foliage.
