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Island Imperial-pigeon

Ducula pistrinaria

Least Concern
Wingspan
48.0 cm
Weight
497.5 g
Family
Columbidae
Order
Columbiformes

The Island Imperial-pigeon (Ducula pistrinaria) is a bird species in the family Columbidae (pigeons & doves), within the order Columbiformes (pigeons & doves). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 48 cm and a weight of 497.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.

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Island Imperial-pigeon (Ducula pistrinaria), 38 cm. Grey head and underparts; metallic green wings; dark tail bar. Found across island groups of Melanesia including the Bismarck Archipelago and Solomons. Inhabits lowland forest. Frugivore. Least Concern; widespread across Melanesian islands.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Wingspan 48.0 cm 18.9 in
Weight 497.5 g 17.55 oz

Habitat & Range

Conservation Status

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

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 pistrinaria

Distribution

Island Imperial-pigeon has been recorded in 1 countries.

Present Not recorded

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Island Imperial-pigeon endangered?
The Island Imperial-pigeon has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Island Imperial-pigeon nest?
Nest type: PL.
How big is the Island Imperial-pigeon?
The Island Imperial-pigeon has a wingspan of 48.0 cm, weight of 497.5 g.
What order and family does the Island Imperial-pigeon belong to?
The Island Imperial-pigeon (Ducula pistrinaria) belongs to the order Columbiformes and the family Columbidae.

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