White-faced Cuckoo-Dove
NameWhite-faced Cuckoo-Dove
Common NameWhite-faced Cuckoo-Dove
Scientific NameTuracoena manadensis
FamilyColumbidae
Wingspan (cm)48
Length (cm)40
Weight (g)220
Plumage DetailsAdults have a distinctive white face with a prominent red orbital ring around the eye. The nape and hindneck are iridescent green, contrasting sharply with the otherwise dark, sooty-grey body plumage. The tail is relatively long.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalization is typically a deep, mournful cooing sound, often described as a series of 'hoo-hoo-hoo' notes, characteristic of many dove species.
Primary Dietfrugivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeThis species is endemic to Sulawesi and several smaller adjacent islands in Indonesia, where it inhabits lowland and hill primary and secondary forests.
Identifying FeaturesWhite face, Red eye-ring, Iridescent green neck, Dark sooty-grey body, Long tail
Description
The White-faced Cuckoo-Dove is a medium-sized dove characterized by its striking white face, iridescent green neck, and dark body. These shy birds typically forage on the forest floor, often in pairs or small groups.
