White-collared Pigeon
NameWhite-collared Pigeon
Common NameWhite-collared Pigeon
Scientific NameColumba vitiensis
FamilyColumbidae
Wingspan (cm)65
Length (cm)39.5
Weight (g)405
Plumage DetailsPredominantly dark slate-grey plumage, often with iridescent green or purple sheen on the neck and upperparts. A prominent white band or collar is present on the nape. The head is darker, sometimes blackish, and the undertail coverts are rufous. The bill is dark with a pale tip, and legs/feet are reddish.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include deep, booming coos, often described as a series of 'hoo-hoo-hoo' or 'coo-coo-coo' notes, characteristic of wood pigeons. These calls are typically low-pitched and resonant.
Primary Dietfrugivore
Primary Habitatsforest, coastal, mountain
Conservation Statusnear-threatened
Geographic RangeFound across a wide range in Southeast Asia and Oceania, including parts of Indonesia, the Philippines, New Guinea, Solomon Islands, Vanuatu, and Fiji. It inhabits various islands within this region.
Identifying Featureswhite nape collar, dark slate-grey body, reddish feet, dark head, iridescent neck plumage
Description
This medium-sized pigeon is characterized by its dark slate-grey plumage and a distinct white collar on the nape. It is typically found foraging for fruits and seeds in tropical and subtropical forests, often in montane or coastal regions. Its robust build and strong flight allow it to navigate dense forest canopies.
