Yellow-breasted Fruit Dove
A species of Fruit-doves Scientific name : Ptilinopus occipitalis Genus : Fruit-doves
Yellow-breasted Fruit Dove, A species of Fruit-doves
Botanical name: Ptilinopus occipitalis
Genus: Fruit-doves
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Description General Info
Photo By Don Roberson
Description
The yellow-breasted fruit dove (Ptilinopus occipitalis) locally known as balorinay is a species of bird in the family Columbidae. It is endemic to the Philippines. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forest.
Size
33 cm
Nest Placement
Tree
Feeding Habits
Yellow-breasted Fruit Dove's dietary specifics are not well-documented; likely a frugivore as implied by its family's habits, eating a variety of fruits. Feeding behaviors and unique adaptations remain largely unknown without further study.
Habitat
The yellow-breasted Fruit Dove is typically found in the dense canopy of lowland and mid-elevation primary forests. It frequents regions with lush foliage, favoring places where human activity has not extensively altered the landscape. Occasionally, the species also adapts to areas of selectively logged forests, utilizing the altered habitat for foraging and living.
Dite type
Frugivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Fruit
Photo By Don Roberson
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Pigeons and doves Family
Dove Genus
Fruit-doves Species
Yellow-breasted Fruit Dove