White-bellied Imperial-Pigeon
White-bellied Imperial-Pigeon
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The White-eyed Imperial-Pigeon (Ducula forsteni) is a large, distinctive pigeon found in Sulawesi and surrounding islands. Its most notable feature is its bright white eye ring, contrasting with its dark plumage and giving it a unique appearance.
Where to spot
Endemic to Sulawesi, Sula Islands, and Togian Islands in Indonesia. Found in lowland and hill forests, often near forest edges or clearings, up to 1,200 meters elevation.
How to spot
Look for its distinctive white eye ring, which is a key identification feature. Scan the canopy of tall trees. They often perch conspicuously at the top of trees before making foraging flights. Listen for their characteristic deep calls.
When to spot
Active year-round. Most visible when feeding in fruiting trees, particularly during the early morning and late afternoon. Seasonality may affect the abundance of specific food sources.
Where to spot
Endemic to Sulawesi, Sula Islands, and Togian Islands in Indonesia. Found in lowland and hill forests, often near forest edges or clearings, up to 1,200 meters elevation.
How to spot
Look for its distinctive white eye ring, which is a key identification feature. Scan the canopy of tall trees. They often perch conspicuously at the top of trees before making foraging flights. Listen for their characteristic deep calls.
When to spot
Active year-round. Most visible when feeding in fruiting trees, particularly during the early morning and late afternoon. Seasonality may affect the abundance of specific food sources.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
The specific epithet 'forsteni' honors Eltio Alegondas Forsten, a Dutch natural history collector who worked in the Dutch East Indies in the 19th century.
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