Purple-tailed Imperial Pigeon
A species of Imperial pigeons Scientific name : Ducula rufigaster Genus : Imperial pigeons
Purple-tailed Imperial Pigeon, A species of Imperial pigeons
Botanical name: Ducula rufigaster
Genus: Imperial pigeons
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Description
Photo By Nigel Voaden 
Description
The purple-tailed imperial pigeon (Ducula rufigaster) is a species of bird in the family Columbidae. It is found in New Guinea. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests. 
Size
39 cm
Feeding Habits
Purple-tailed Imperial Pigeon primarily feeds on fruits from palms, nutmegs, laurels, Combretaceae, and figs. They forage mainly in the lower canopy, often alone.
Habitat
The purple-tailed Imperial Pigeon typically inhabits lowland and foothill forests, including occasional areas at the forest edge. These environments are characterized by dense vegetation that provides food and cover, supporting the species' needs for foraging and nesting.
Dite type
Frugivorous
Photo By Nigel Voaden 
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Pigeons and doves Family
Dove Genus
Imperial pigeons Species
Purple-tailed Imperial Pigeon 
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