Wompoo Fruit Dove
NameWompoo Fruit Dove
Common NameWompoo Fruit Dove
Scientific NamePtilinopus magnificus
FamilyColumbidae
Wingspan (cm)42.5
Length (cm)37
Weight (g)375
Plumage DetailsThis dove features a pale grey to white head and upper neck, a bright purple-maroon breast, and a vibrant green back and wings. Its wings are adorned with distinctive yellow spots, and its belly and undertail coverts are bright yellow. It has a yellow bill with a reddish base.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalization is a deep, booming call often described as 'wom-poo' or 'wollock-wa-hoo', which can be heard echoing through the forest.
Primary Dietfrugivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in eastern Australia, ranging from central Queensland south to northern New South Wales, and also in New Guinea.
Identifying FeaturesVibrant multi-colored plumage (green, purple, yellow, white/grey), Distinctive purple-maroon breast, Yellow spots on green wings, Pale head, Yellow bill
Description
The Wompoo Fruit Dove is a large, strikingly colorful arboreal dove native to rainforests. It is known for its vibrant plumage and primarily feeds on fruits found in the forest canopy.
