Shining Imperial-pigeon vs Christmas Island Imperial-pigeon
Ducula chalconota compared with Ducula whartoni
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Shining Imperial-pigeon | Christmas Island Imperial-pigeon |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ducula chalconota | Ducula whartoni |
| Order | Columbiformes | Columbiformes |
| Family | Columbidae | Columbidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 42.4 cm (16.7 in) | 50.2 cm (19.8 in) |
| Weight | 553.5 g (19.52 oz) | 570.8333333333334 g (20.14 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 1 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
Shining Imperial-pigeon only
None
Christmas Island Imperial-pigeon only
None
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Shining Imperial-pigeon
Least Concern
Christmas Island 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.
Christmas Island Imperial-pigeon
Christmas Island Imperial-pigeon (Ducula whartoni), 45 cm. Dark slate-green overall; heavier and darker than relatives. Endemic to Christmas Island (Australia). Inhabits primary rainforest. Frugivore, key seed disperser for the island. Least Concern; protected within National Park.