Ducula geelvinkiana
The Geelvink Imperial Pigeon, *Ducula geelvinkiana*, is a captivating, medium-sized arboreal pigeon endemic to the remote islands of Geelvink Bay in West Papua, Indonesia. Measuring approximately 35-37 cm in length, this species sports a distinctive plumage characterized by a grey head, neck, and upper breast that subtly transitions into a darker, metallic green or bronze-green back and wings, often shimmering in the tropical sunlight. Its underparts are predominantly whitish, contrasting sha...
This imperial pigeon primarily inhabits lowland primary and mature secondary forests, including forest edges and sometimes coastal mangroves, from sea level up to approximately 600 meters.
Its diet consists almost exclusively of wild fruits and berries, with a particular fondness for figs (*Ficus* species), which it gleans directly from tree branches.
Typically a shy and solitary bird, the Geelvink Imperial Pigeon spends most of its day foraging high in the canopy, often going unnoticed. It is diurnal, with activity concentrated during daylight hours, and likely roosts communally or individually in dense tree cover at night. Foraging involves ...
The Geelvink Imperial Pigeon is strictly endemic to the islands within Geelvink Bay (also known as Cenderawasih Bay) off the coast of West Papua, Indonesia. Its primary distribution includes the larger islands of Biak, Supiori, and Numfor, as well as several smaller, nearby islets such as Rani. T...
Least Concern
- The Geelvink Imperial Pigeon is a true island endemic, found only on a handful of islands within Indonesia's Geelvink Bay. - Despite its striking appearance, its shy nature and preference for the high canopy often make it a challenging bird to observe in the wild. - Like many imperial pigeons, ...