The pink-headed fruit dove also known as pink-necked fruit dove or Temminck's fruit pigeon, is a small colourful dove.
Region
Sunda Islands
Typical Environment
Endemic to Indonesia, chiefly in the montane evergreen forests of Java and Bali. It favors mature, fruit-rich canopy and forest edges, and will use secondary growth where fruiting trees are abundant. Birds are most often encountered near fig trees and other seasonally fruiting sources. It may make short local movements to track fruit availability, but remains within highland habitats.
Altitude Range
800–2200 m
Climate Zone
Highland
Ease of Keeping
Beginner friendly: 2/5
A striking montane fruit-dove, the male shows a vivid pink head that contrasts with bright green body plumage. It is a shy canopy specialist that helps disperse seeds of many forest trees, especially figs. The species is generally quiet and can be hard to spot unless trees are fruiting. It persists in several protected highland forests despite ongoing habitat pressure at lower elevations.
Temperament
shy and canopy-dwelling
Flight Pattern
short rapid wingbeats between fruiting trees
Social Behavior
Usually seen singly or in pairs, occasionally in small loose groups at fruiting trees. Pairs are likely monogamous, building a flimsy stick platform in dense foliage. Typically lays a single egg; both parents share incubation and chick feeding by regurgitation. Often remains motionless for long periods, relying on camouflage.
Migratory Pattern
Resident
Song Description
Soft, low coos delivered from concealed perches, often a series of muted, resonant notes. Vocalizations are unobtrusive and can be easily overlooked amid forest background noise.
