Micronesian Imperial-pigeon vs Pohnpei Fruit-dove
Ducula oceanica compared with Ptilinopus ponapensis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Micronesian Imperial-pigeon | Pohnpei Fruit-dove |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ducula oceanica | Ptilinopus ponapensis |
| Order | Columbiformes | Columbiformes |
| Family | Columbidae | Columbidae |
| Conservation Status | Vulnerable | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 43.0 cm (16.9 in) | 25.4 cm (10.0 in) |
| Weight | 373.0 g (13.16 oz) | 105.0 g (3.70 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1 | 1 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Vulnerable
Micronesian Imperial-pigeon
Least Concern
Pohnpei Fruit-dove
About These Birds
Micronesian Imperial-pigeon
Micronesian Imperial-pigeon (Ducula oceanica), 37 cm. Similar to Pacific Imperial-pigeon; grey-white head and underparts with dark green wings and a black tail band. Found across Micronesia from Palau to the Marshall Islands. Frugivore. Least Concern; common on most islands.
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.