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Christmas Island Imperial-pigeon
Ducula whartoni
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Least Concern
Wingspan
50.2 cm
Weight
570.8333333333334 g
Family
Columbidae
Order
Columbiformes
About
Christmas Island Imperial-pigeon (Ducula whartoni), 45 cm. Dark slate-green overall; heavier and darker than relatives. Endemic to Christmas Island (Australia). Inhabits primary rainforest. Frugivore, key seed disperser for the island. Least Concern; protected within National Park.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 50.2 cm | 19.8 in |
| Weight | 570.8333333333334 g | 20.14 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PL. Fledging: 24-27 days.
Clutch Size
1
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Columbiformes (Pigeons & Doves) |
| Family | Columbidae (Pigeons & Doves) |
| Genus | Ducula |
| Species | Ducula whartoni |
Distribution
Christmas Island Imperial-pigeon has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Christmas Island Imperial-pigeon endangered?
The Christmas Island Imperial-pigeon has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Christmas Island Imperial-pigeon nest?
Nest type: PL. Fledging: 24-27 days.
How big is the Christmas Island Imperial-pigeon?
The Christmas Island Imperial-pigeon has a wingspan of 50.2 cm, weight of 570.8333333333334 g.
What order and family does the Christmas Island Imperial-pigeon belong to?
The Christmas Island Imperial-pigeon (Ducula whartoni) belongs to the order Columbiformes and the family Columbidae.
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