Sula Cuckoo-Dove
Turacoena sulaensis
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<birdfyi-bird slug="turacoena-sulaensis"></birdfyi-bird>The Sula Cuckoo-Dove (Turacoena sulaensis) is a bird species in the family Columbidae (pigeons & doves), within the order Columbiformes (pigeons & doves). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 36.2 cm and a weight of 208.6 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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About
Medium cuckoo-dove, 28–32 cm, dark brownish-black overall with a bold white face patch. Restricted to the Sula Islands (Taliabu, Mangole, Sanana) in the Moluccas, eastern Indonesia. Inhabits lowland and hill forest. Frugivore. Near Threatened due to restricted range and forest clearance.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 36.2 cm | 14.3 in |
| Weight | 208.6 g | 7.36 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Sound
Song
Soft, gentle cooing with mild quality; delicate pure notes carrying across Southeast Asian 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 | Turacoena |
| Species | Turacoena sulaensis |
Distribution
Sula Cuckoo-Dove has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Columbidae family