Scheepmaker's Crowned-Pigeon
NameScheepmaker's Crowned-Pigeon
Common NameScheepmaker's Crowned-Pigeon
Scientific NameGoura scheepmakeri
FamilyColumbidae
Wingspan (cm)75
Length (cm)72.5
Weight (g)2250
Plumage DetailsPredominantly blue-grey plumage with a large, lacy, fan-like blue crest. It features deep maroon underparts, a distinctive white patch on the wing, and bright red eyes.
Vocalization / CallA deep, booming 'hoom-hoom-hoom' or 'whup-up-up' sound, often repeated, which can carry a significant distance through the forest.
Primary Dietfrugivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusnear-threatened
Geographic RangeEndemic to the lowland rainforests and swamp forests of southeastern New Guinea.
Identifying FeaturesLarge size (largest pigeon species), Prominent blue fan-like crest, Deep maroon breast and belly, Bright red eyes, Blue-grey body plumage, White wing patch
Description
The Scheepmaker's Crowned-Pigeon is a very large, terrestrial pigeon known for its striking fan-like crest. It primarily forages on the forest floor for fallen fruits and seeds, often moving in pairs or small groups.
