Shining Imperial-pigeon vs Rodrigues Turtle-dove
Ducula chalconota compared with Nesoenas rodericanus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Shining Imperial-pigeon | Rodrigues Turtle-dove |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ducula chalconota | Nesoenas rodericanus |
| Order | Columbiformes | Columbiformes |
| Family | Columbidae | Columbidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Extinct |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 42.4 cm (16.7 in) | — |
| Weight | 553.5 g (19.52 oz) | — |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Song & Call Comparison
Shining Imperial-pigeon
Rodrigues Turtle-dove
Soft, gentle cooing; pure warm notes typical of African dry open woodland. Vocalization pattern typical of this species in its native habitat.
Conservation Status
Shining Imperial-pigeon
Rodrigues Turtle-dove
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.
Rodrigues Turtle-dove
Extinct Mascarene dove, known only from subfossil remains discovered on Rodrigues Island. It was a medium-sized, ground-dwelling pigeon related to the Pink Pigeon. Likely became extinct in the 17th or 18th century following human settlement, introduced predators, and habitat clearance on the small island.