Shining Imperial-pigeon vs Torresian Imperial-pigeon
Ducula chalconota compared with Ducula spilorrhoa
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Shining Imperial-pigeon | Torresian Imperial-pigeon |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ducula chalconota | Ducula spilorrhoa |
| Order | Columbiformes | Columbiformes |
| Family | Columbidae | Columbidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 42.4 cm (16.7 in) | 48.2 cm (19.0 in) |
| Weight | 553.5 g (19.52 oz) | 459.3333333333333 g (16.20 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 1 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
Shining Imperial-pigeon only
None
Torresian Imperial-pigeon only
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Shining Imperial-pigeon
Least Concern
Torresian 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.
Torresian Imperial-pigeon
Torresian Imperial-pigeon (Ducula spilorrhoa), 42 cm. White with black flight feathers and spots on the undertail coverts. Breeds colonially across northern Australia and New Guinea, making large seasonal migrations to feeding areas. Frugivore. Least Concern; millions breed annually.