Atoll Fruit-dove
Ptilinopus coralensis
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Near Threatened
Wingspan
25.2 cm
Weight
85.0 g
Family
Columbidae
Order
Columbiformes
About
Atoll Fruit-dove (Ptilinopus coralensis), 22 cm. Green with a grey head and orange-yellow underparts; endemic to the Tuamotu Archipelago atolls, French Polynesia. Inhabits low atoll vegetation including Pisonia and coconut. Frugivore. Vulnerable; sea-level rise threatens its atoll habitat.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 25.2 cm | 9.9 in |
| Weight | 85.0 g | 3.00 oz |
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
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 | Ptilinopus |
| Species | Ptilinopus coralensis |
Distribution
Atoll Fruit-dove has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Atoll Fruit-dove endangered?
The Atoll Fruit-dove has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How does the Atoll Fruit-dove nest?
Nest type: PL.
How big is the Atoll Fruit-dove?
The Atoll Fruit-dove has a wingspan of 25.2 cm, weight of 85.0 g.
What order and family does the Atoll Fruit-dove belong to?
The Atoll Fruit-dove (Ptilinopus coralensis) belongs to the order Columbiformes and the family Columbidae.
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