White-headed Fruit-dove vs Pohnpei Fruit-dove
Ptilinopus eugeniae compared with Ptilinopus ponapensis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | White-headed Fruit-dove | Pohnpei Fruit-dove |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ptilinopus eugeniae | Ptilinopus ponapensis |
| Order | Columbiformes | Columbiformes |
| Family | Columbidae | Columbidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 23.0 cm (9.1 in) | 25.4 cm (10.0 in) |
| Weight | 111.75 g (3.94 oz) | 105.0 g (3.70 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 1 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
White-headed Fruit-dove
Least Concern
Pohnpei Fruit-dove
About These Birds
White-headed Fruit-dove
White-headed Fruit-dove (Ptilinopus eugeniae), 20 cm. White head and underparts on a green body; endemic to the southeastern Solomon Islands. Inhabits primary lowland and hill forest. Frugivore. Near Threatened; restricted range with ongoing logging pressure.
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.