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Crimson-crowned Fruit-Dove

Crimson-crowned Fruit-Dove

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The Purple-capped Fruit Dove is a colorful species known for its vibrant purple cap and deep green body plumage, often highlighted with a yellow belly. It is a widespread fruit dove throughout its extensive island range.
Where to spot
Found across a wide range of islands in Southeast Asia and Oceania, including parts of Indonesia (e.g., Sulawesi, Lesser Sundas) and the Philippines. It inhabits various forest types, including mangroves and secondary forests.
How to spot
Scan the mid to upper canopy of fruiting trees. Look for the distinct purple cap. Listen for its characteristic soft, mournful coo, which can sometimes be the first indication of its presence. They can be well-hidden despite their bright colors.
When to spot
Resident throughout its range. Most active during the early morning and late afternoon when foraging for fruits. It is observable year-round.
File:Beitrag zur fauna Centralpolynesiens. Ornithologie der Viti-, Samoa- und Tonga-inselnPl2 Ptilinopus porphyraceus.jpg
File:Crimson-crowned fruit dove (Ptilinopus porphyraceus fasciatus) Upolu.jpg
File:Ptilinopus porphyraceus 211493065.jpg
File:Ptilinopus porphyraceus 40777.jpg
File:Beitrag zur fauna Centralpolynesiens. Ornithologie der Viti-, Samoa- und Tonga-inselnPl2 Ptilinopus porphyraceus.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Crimson-crowned fruit dove (Ptilinopus porphyraceus fasciatus) Upolu.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Ptilinopus porphyraceus 211493065.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Ptilinopus porphyraceus 40777.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
Its striking purple cap provides a stark and beautiful contrast to its green body, making it a very appealing sight for birdwatchers when glimpsed high in the forest canopy as it feeds on fruits.
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