Flores Sea Cuckoo-Dove
Macropygia macassariensis
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<birdfyi-bird slug="macropygia-macassariensis"></birdfyi-bird>The Flores Sea Cuckoo-Dove (Macropygia macassariensis) is a bird species in the family Columbidae (pigeons & doves), within the order Columbiformes (pigeons & doves). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 35.2 cm and a weight of 237 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Slender cuckoo-dove, 35–38 cm, rufous-brown with barred upperparts and a long tail. Restricted to the islands of Sulawesi's Flores Sea group, including Selayar, Tanahjampea, and Kalao. Inhabits forest and forest edge. Frugivore. Near Threatened due to small range and deforestation.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 35.2 cm | 13.9 in |
| Weight | 237.0 g | 8.36 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Sound
Song
Soft, gentle cooing; pure warm notes with mild quality through arid Australian terrain. Vocalization pattern typical of this species in its native habitat.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Columbiformes (Pigeons & Doves) |
| Family | Columbidae (Pigeons & Doves) |
| Genus | Macropygia |
| Species | Macropygia macassariensis |
Distribution
Flores Sea Cuckoo-Dove has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Columbidae family