Pink-headed imperial pigeon

The pink-headed imperial pigeon is a species of bird in the family Columbidae found in the Lesser Sunda Islands of Indonesia. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests, subtropical or tropical mangrove forests, and subtropical or tropical moist shrubland. It is threatened by habitat loss.

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Distribution

Region

Southeast Asia (Wallacea, Lesser Sunda Islands)

Typical Environment

Occurs from Bali east through Lombok, Sumbawa, Flores, Sumba, and Timor to nearby smaller islets. It favors primary and mature secondary lowland evergreen forest, coastal and monsoon woodland, and mangrove edges. Often found along forested ridges and in riverine gallery forest, and it regularly visits fruiting trees in disturbed or mosaic habitats. It is mostly canopy-dwelling but will cross open water between close islands.

Altitude Range

Sea level to 1200 m

Climate Zone

Tropical

Characteristics

Size40–45 cm

Wing Span55–65 cm

Male Weight0.55 kg

Female Weight0.5 kg

Life Expectancy10 years

Ease of Keeping

Beginner friendly: 2/5

Useful to know

This striking imperial pigeon is named for its rosy-pink head, which contrasts with a gray-olive body. It spends most of its time high in the forest canopy and is an important seed disperser for native fruiting trees, especially figs. Habitat loss and hunting pressure on small islands have reduced local numbers, making conservation of lowland forests and mangroves crucial.

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Behaviour

Temperament

wary and canopy-dwelling

Flight Pattern

strong, direct flier with powerful wingbeats

Social Behavior

Usually seen singly, in pairs, or in small loose groups at fruiting trees. Forms larger gatherings where figs are abundant. Nests high in trees on a simple platform of twigs, typically laying a single egg. Likely monogamous with both parents involved in incubation and chick care.

Migratory Pattern

Resident

Song Description

Vocalizations are deep, resonant coos delivered in a slow series, often at dawn and dusk. Calls carry far through forest canopy and include low booming hooo-wooo phrases typical of imperial pigeons.

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