Sula Cuckoo-Dove
Turacoena sulaensis
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Medium cuckoo-dove, 28–32 cm, dark brownish-black overall with a bold white face patch. Restricted to the Sula Islands (Taliabu, Mangole, Sanana) in the Moluccas, eastern Indonesia. Inhabits lowland and hill forest. Frugivore. Near Threatened due to restricted range and forest clearance.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 36,2 cm | 14.3 in |
| Poids | 208,6 g | 7.36 oz |
Identification
Plumage
Spinifex Pigeon: rufous-orange; black-and-white facial pattern; long erect crest; bare red facial skin; Australian spinifex species
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Son
Chant
Soft, gentle cooing with mild quality; delicate pure notes carrying across Southeast Asian terrain. Vocalization pattern typical of this species in its native habitat.
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Columbiformes (Pigeons & Doves) |
| Famille | Columbidae (Pigeons & Doves) |
| Genus | Turacoena |
| Espèces | Turacoena sulaensis |
Distribution
Sula Cuckoo-Dove has been recorded in 1 countries.
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