The Collared Imperial pigeons (Ducula mullerii) occurs naturally in northern and southern New Guinea and the Aru Islands. It has also been recorded from Boigu and Saibai Islands, Australian territory in northern Torres Strait. For more information, see our guide on pets. For more information, see our guide on birds.
Description
This large pigeon measures (40 cm in length and weighs about 600 g.
The upper plumage is grey. It is mostly grey-pink below, except for the striking black collar and the white throat.
Habitat
Collared Imperial pigeons inhabit lowland rainforests, swamp forests, and mangroves. According to Audubon Society, this species is well documented.
Diet
They feed on fruits taken from forest trees and insects. According to Cornell Lab of Ornithology, this species is well documented.
Nesting
The female usually only lays one single egg placed on a flimsy platform nest situated in a tree near wetland.
Further Dove Information
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