Polynesian Imperial-pigeon vs New Britain Bronzewing
Ducula aurorae compared with Henicophaps foersteri
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Polynesian Imperial-pigeon | New Britain Bronzewing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ducula aurorae | Henicophaps foersteri |
| Order | Columbiformes | Columbiformes |
| Family | Columbidae | Columbidae |
| Conservation Status | Endangered | Vulnerable |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 46.8 cm (18.4 in) | 40.6 cm (16.0 in) |
| Weight | 507.2 g (17.89 oz) | 247.0 g (8.71 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Song & Call Comparison
Polynesian Imperial-pigeon
New Britain Bronzewing
Soft, gentle cooing; pure warm notes typical of New World lowland tropical forest. Vocalization pattern typical of this species in its native habitat.
Conservation Status
Polynesian Imperial-pigeon
New Britain Bronzewing
How to Tell Them Apart
Polynesian Imperial-pigeon
New Britain Bronzewing
Inca Dove: pale gray-brown; scaly feather pattern all over; long pointed tail; black-edged feathers; North American scaled pattern
About These Birds
Polynesian Imperial-pigeon
Polynesian Imperial-pigeon (Ducula aurorae), 43 cm. Pale grey-white head and underparts; dark metallic green upperparts. Endemic to the Society Islands (Tahiti, Maupiti) of French Polynesia. Inhabits montane and lowland forest. Endangered; heavy hunting and introduced predators have caused steep decline.
New Britain Bronzewing
Medium-large terrestrial pigeon, 30–33 cm, similar to New Guinea Bronzewing but with a white head (not just forehead). Confined to lowland forests of New Britain in the Bismarck Archipelago. Feeds on seeds and fallen fruits on the forest floor. Least Concern.