Bird
Purple-tailed Imperial Pigeon Facts Ducula rufigaster
The purple-tailed imperial pigeon (Ducula rufigaster) is a species of bird in the family Columbidae. It is found in New Guinea.
Classification
Family: Columbidae. Order: Columbiformes.
Purple-tailed Imperial Pigeon Conservation Status
Purple-tailed Imperial Pigeon is listed here as Least Concern. Protecting habitat, maintaining healthy prey or food sources, and reducing human pressure are important parts of conserving wild populations.
Quick facts
- Diet
- Herbivore
- Weight
- 436 g
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