Spectacled Imperial Pigeon
A species of Imperial pigeons, Also known as Moluccan Imperial-pigeon Scientific name : Ducula perspicillata Genus : Imperial pigeons
Spectacled Imperial Pigeon, A species of Imperial pigeons
Also known as:
Moluccan Imperial-pigeon
Botanical name: Ducula perspicillata
Genus: Imperial pigeons
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Description
Photo By Don Roberson
Description
The spectacled imperial pigeon (Ducula perspicillata) is a species of bird in the family Columbidae. It is endemic to the Maluku Islands. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forest and subtropical or tropical mangrove forest.
Size
42 cm
Feeding Habits
Spectacled Imperial Pigeon predominantly consumes large canopy fruits, often foraging solitarily or in pairs, sometimes in small groups.
Habitat
The spectacled Imperial Pigeon is commonly found inhabiting primary lowland forests, but also adapts to a variety of wooded areas including tall secondary forests, agricultural lands with woody cultivation, coconut plantations, mangroves, and gardens. Its presence spans across broader tropical regions, avoiding the higher montane zones.
Dite type
Frugivorous
Photo By Don Roberson
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Pigeons and doves Family
Dove Genus
Imperial pigeons Species
Spectacled Imperial Pigeon