Nuku Hiva Imperial Pigeon
Ducula galeata
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<birdfyi-bird slug="ducula-galeata"></birdfyi-bird>The Nuku Hiva Imperial Pigeon (Ducula galeata) is a bird species in the family Columbidae (pigeons & doves), within the order Columbiformes (pigeons & doves). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 58.8 cm and a weight of 600 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Endangered.
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Nuku Hiva Imperial Pigeon (Ducula galeata), 50 cm. Largest Ducula; pale grey overall with dark metallic green upperwings and a massive bill. Endemic to Nuku Hiva, Marquesas Islands, French Polynesia. Inhabits montane forest. Endangered; hunting and introduced black rats threaten its tiny population.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 58.8 cm | 23.1 in |
| Weight | 600.0 g | 21.16 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PL.
Clutch Size
1
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Columbiformes (Pigeons & Doves) |
| Family | Columbidae (Pigeons & Doves) |
| Genus | Ducula |
| Species | Ducula galeata |
Distribution
Nuku Hiva Imperial Pigeon has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Columbidae family