Shining Imperial-pigeon vs Enggano Imperial-pigeon
Ducula chalconota compared with Ducula oenothorax
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Shining Imperial-pigeon | Enggano Imperial-pigeon |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ducula chalconota | Ducula oenothorax |
| Order | Columbiformes | Columbiformes |
| Family | Columbidae | Columbidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 42.4 cm (16.7 in) | 47.7 cm (18.8 in) |
| Weight | 553.5 g (19.52 oz) | 545.0 g (19.22 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Shining Imperial-pigeon
Near Threatened
Enggano Imperial-pigeon
About These Birds
Shining Imperial-pigeon
Shining Imperial-pigeon (Ducula chalconota), 38 cm. Richly iridescent bronze-green upperparts with a contrasting pale grey head and underparts. Found in montane forest of New Guinea from 700 to 2,200 m. Frugivore. Least Concern; common in hill and montane forest.
Enggano Imperial-pigeon
Enggano Imperial-pigeon (Ducula oenothorax), 40 cm. Dark green with a maroon breast; pale grey head. Endemic to Enggano Island, off southwestern Sumatra, Indonesia. Inhabits primary coastal and lowland forest. Frugivore. Vulnerable; restricted to one small island.