Macropygia modiglianii
The Barusan Cuckoo-Dove (Macropygia modiglianii) is a relatively small, slender-bodied pigeon, often considered a distinct species from the Little Cuckoo-Dove due to vocal and genetic differences. Measuring approximately 28-31 cm in length with a long, graduated tail, its plumage is predominantly dull rufous-brown, darker on the back and wings, and paler on the underparts, often with a faint purplish or greenish iridescence on the nape and hindneck in males. Distinctive field marks include it...
Primarily inhabits submontane and montane evergreen forests, secondary growth, and forest edges, typically at elevations between 800 and 2,000 meters.
Primarily frugivorous, feeding on a variety of small berries and fruits found in the forest canopy, supplemented by occasional seeds. Forages by plucking fruit directly from branches.
Barusan Cuckoo-Doves are generally shy and unobtrusive, active during daylight hours, often found foraging solitarily or in pairs high in the forest canopy. Their foraging strategy involves plucking fruits directly from branches, occasionally making short flights to new feeding trees. While infor...
The Barusan Cuckoo-Dove is endemic to the island of Sumatra, Indonesia. Its distribution is primarily restricted to the submontane and montane regions across the island, particularly found in the Barisan Mountains, from which it derives its common name. There are no known migratory patterns, as i...
Least Concern
- The Barusan Cuckoo-Dove was named in honor of Elio Modigliani, an Italian explorer and naturalist who conducted expeditions in Sumatra in the late 19th century. - Its distinct vocalizations were a primary factor in its recognition as a separate species from the Little Cuckoo-Dove (Macropygia ru...