Torresian Imperial-pigeon vs Pohnpei Fruit-dove
Ducula spilorrhoa compared with Ptilinopus ponapensis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Torresian Imperial-pigeon | Pohnpei Fruit-dove |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ducula spilorrhoa | Ptilinopus ponapensis |
| Order | Columbiformes | Columbiformes |
| Family | Columbidae | Columbidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 48.2 cm (19.0 in) | 25.4 cm (10.0 in) |
| Weight | 459.3333333333333 g (16.20 oz) | 105.0 g (3.70 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1 | 1 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Torresian Imperial-pigeon
Least Concern
Pohnpei Fruit-dove
About These Birds
Torresian Imperial-pigeon
Torresian Imperial-pigeon (Ducula spilorrhoa), 42 cm. White with black flight feathers and spots on the undertail coverts. Breeds colonially across northern Australia and New Guinea, making large seasonal migrations to feeding areas. Frugivore. Least Concern; millions breed annually.
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.