Finsch's Imperial-pigeon vs Pohnpei Fruit-dove
Ducula finschii compared with Ptilinopus ponapensis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Finsch's Imperial-pigeon | Pohnpei Fruit-dove |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ducula finschii | Ptilinopus ponapensis |
| Order | Columbiformes | Columbiformes |
| Family | Columbidae | Columbidae |
| Conservation Status | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 40.2 cm (15.8 in) | 25.4 cm (10.0 in) |
| Weight | 358.3333333333333 g (12.64 oz) | 105.0 g (3.70 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 1 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
Finsch's Imperial-pigeon
Least Concern
Pohnpei Fruit-dove
About These Birds
Finsch's Imperial-pigeon
Finsch's Imperial-pigeon (Ducula finschii), 40 cm. Dark metallic green upperparts; grey head and pale underparts with a pinkish wash. Found in lowland forests of New Guinea and the Bismarck Archipelago. Frugivore. Least Concern; widespread but sensitive to hunting.
Pohnpei Fruit-dove
Pohnpei Fruit-dove (Ptilinopus ponapensis), 22 cm. Green with a lilac head and an orange-yellow breast; endemic to Pohnpei, Micronesia. Occupies primary forest above 200 m on this volcanic island. Frugivore. Vulnerable; total range barely exceeds 100 km².