Yellow-bibbed Fruit Dove
NameYellow-bibbed Fruit Dove
Common NameYellow-bibbed Fruit Dove
Scientific NamePtilinopus solomonensis
FamilyColumbidae
Wingspan (cm)32
Length (cm)21
Weight (g)90
Plumage DetailsPredominantly emerald green plumage with a bright yellow patch on the lower breast/upper belly. The crown is a striking purplish-red, and the bill is pale greenish-yellow.
Vocalization / CallTypically described as soft, low cooing or hooting sounds, characteristic of many fruit doves, often repeated.
Primary Dietfrugivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the Solomon Islands and Bougainville (Papua New Guinea), inhabiting lowland and hill forests.
Identifying Featuresemerald green plumage, yellow breast patch, purplish-red cap, pale greenish-yellow bill, small size
Description
This small, vibrant fruit dove is characterized by its predominantly green plumage, a distinctive yellow patch on its breast, and a purplish-red cap. It is an arboreal species, typically found foraging for fruits in the canopy of tropical forests, often solitary or in small groups.
