Shining Imperial-pigeon vs Philippine Collared-dove
Ducula chalconota compared with Streptopelia dusumieri
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Shining Imperial-pigeon | Philippine Collared-dove |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ducula chalconota | Streptopelia dusumieri |
| Order | Columbiformes | Columbiformes |
| Family | Columbidae | Columbidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 42.4 cm (16.7 in) | 31.7 cm (12.5 in) |
| Weight | 553.5 g (19.52 oz) | 157.0 g (5.54 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 2-3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
None
Shining Imperial-pigeon only
Philippine Collared-dove only
Song & Call Comparison
Shining Imperial-pigeon
Philippine Collared-dove
Song
Soft, gentle cooing with rhythmic repetition; pure warm notes characteristic of Philippine collared-dove.
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Shining Imperial-pigeon
Vulnerable
Philippine Collared-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.
Philippine Collared-dove
Medium dove, 28–32 cm, brown-grey with a rufous wash on the back, a black partial neck collar, and a pinkish breast. Endemic to the Philippine archipelago. Inhabits forest edges, secondary growth, and agricultural land. Granivore of seeds and grains. Common and adaptable to disturbed habitats. Least Concern.