Turacoena modesta
The Black Cuckoo-Dove (Turacoena modesta) is a striking and somewhat elusive pigeon endemic to the island of Sulawesi, Indonesia, and a few adjacent smaller islands. Measuring approximately 40 cm (16 inches) in length, with males typically weighing 176-189g and females 170-178g, it exhibits a predominantly dark, blackish-brown plumage that can appear iridescent with purplish or greenish sheens in good light, particularly on the upperparts. A distinctive white patch on its forehead, extending ...
Primarily inhabits dense, humid primary lowland and hill evergreen forests, ranging from sea level up to elevations of approximately 1,300 meters (4,300 feet).
Strictly frugivorous, its diet consists predominantly of various fruits and berries, with a particular reliance on figs, all gathered from the tree canopy.
Typically observed singly or in pairs, the Black Cuckoo-Dove is a diurnal species, spending most of its time foraging high in the canopy. Its primary foraging strategy involves plucking fruits and berries directly from trees, displaying remarkable agility among the branches. While specific detail...
The Black Cuckoo-Dove is endemic to the island of Sulawesi, Indonesia, constituting its entire breeding and year-round range. It is found throughout the main island and extends to several smaller satellite islands, including Muna and Buton, where suitable forest habitat persists. This species is ...
Near Threatened
- This striking dove is entirely endemic to Sulawesi and a few small surrounding islands in Indonesia, making it a unique regional specialty. - Despite its common name, it is not a cuckoo; the 'cuckoo-dove' moniker refers to a group of doves with slender bodies and long tails that can sometimes r...