Seychelles Blue-Pigeon
NameSeychelles Blue-Pigeon
Common NameSeychelles Blue-Pigeon
Scientific NameAlectroenas pulcherrima
FamilyColumbidae
Wingspan (cm)45
Length (cm)25
Weight (g)160
Plumage DetailsThe body plumage is dark blue-black, contrasting sharply with the shaggy, silvery-grey feathers on the head, neck, and upper breast. It has distinctive bright red bare skin around the eyes and extending onto the forehead, forming a wattle. The bill is yellowish with a darker tip.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations typically consist of low, deep cooing sounds, often described as a series of 'hoo-hoo-hoo' notes.
Primary Dietfrugivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusnear-threatened
Geographic RangeEndemic to the Seychelles archipelago, found on several of the larger granitic islands including Mahé, Praslin, La Digue, and Silhouette.
Identifying FeaturesBright red bare facial skin/wattle, Shaggy silvery-grey neck and head feathers, Dark blue-black body plumage, Yellow-tipped bill
Description
The Seychelles Blue-Pigeon is a medium-sized, arboreal pigeon endemic to the Seychelles islands. It is known for its striking plumage, featuring a dark body contrasted with a shaggy grey neck and bright red facial skin. This species primarily feeds on fruits found in the forest canopy.
