Shining Imperial-pigeon vs Pink-headed Imperial-pigeon
Ducula chalconota compared with Ducula rosacea
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Shining Imperial-pigeon | Pink-headed Imperial-pigeon |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ducula chalconota | Ducula rosacea |
| Order | Columbiformes | Columbiformes |
| Family | Columbidae | Columbidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 42.4 cm (16.7 in) | 45.8 cm (18.0 in) |
| Weight | 553.5 g (19.52 oz) | 386.5 g (13.63 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
Shining Imperial-pigeon only
None
Pink-headed Imperial-pigeon only
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Shining Imperial-pigeon
Near Threatened
Pink-headed 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.
Pink-headed Imperial-pigeon
Pink-headed Imperial-pigeon (Ducula rosacea), 40 cm. Pale pinkish-white head and underparts; metallic green upperparts. Found on small islands of the Lesser Sundas and South Maluku. Inhabits forest and coconut plantations. Frugivore. Vulnerable; small island populations subject to hunting.