Nicobar Imperial Pigeon (Ducula nicobarica)
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Nicobar Imperial Pigeon

Ducula nicobarica (Pelzeln, 1865)

545 gWeight

The Nicobar imperial pigeon (Ducula nicobarica) is a species of bird in the family Columbidae.

Near Threatened

Where and when it's recorded

No records at the public birding hotspots we track. It may be rare, remote, or its locations protected.

About

The Nicobar imperial pigeon (Ducula nicobarica) is a species of bird in the family Columbidae. It is endemic to the Nicobar Islands. Its natural habitats are lowland forests, but it also feeds on fruiting trees in agricultural landscapes.

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Questions

How big is the Nicobar Imperial Pigeon?

The Nicobar Imperial Pigeon weighs around 545 g.

Where does the Nicobar Imperial Pigeon live?

Its breeding range: Oriental: Nicobar Islands.

Is the Nicobar Imperial Pigeon endangered?

The IUCN Red List classifies the Nicobar Imperial Pigeon as Near Threatened.

What does the Nicobar Imperial Pigeon eat?

Main food: Fruit.

What family is the Nicobar Imperial Pigeon in?

It belongs to the family Pigeons, Doves (Columbidae), order Columbiformes.

At a glance

Weight
545 g
Habitat
Forest
Diet
Fruit
Lifestyle
Perches in trees
Migration
Resident (barely migrates)
Conservation
Near Threatened
More measurements
Wing
252 mm
Tail
159 mm
Bill
31 mm
Tarsus
32 mm

Averages from the AVONET dataset; length from field guides where available.

Range

Oriental: Nicobar Islands

Breeding range, IOC World Bird List 15.2

Classification

Family
Pigeons, Doves Columbidae
Genus
Ducula

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Nicobar Imperial Pigeon

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