Ptilinopus dohertyi
The Red-naped Fruit Dove, *Ptilinopus dohertyi*, is an avian gem endemic to the remote island of Sumba in Indonesia, celebrated for its exquisite and vibrant plumage. This medium-sized dove measures approximately 29-33 cm (11-13 inches) in length, exhibiting a striking coloration that aids in both camouflage and display. Its body is predominantly bright green, contrasting sharply with a white belly, a distinctive crimson-red patch on the nape, and a deep violet-purple breast band. The underta...
This species primarily inhabits lowland and montane rainforests, forest edges, and secondary growth up to elevations of about 950 meters (3,100 feet). It prefers areas with a dense canopy and an abundance of fruiting trees.
Its diet consists almost exclusively of fruits, particularly small figs and berries from various forest trees and shrubs. It forages by carefully plucking fruits directly from branches.
The Red-naped Fruit Dove is predominantly arboreal and diurnal, spending most of its time foraging high in the canopy, often alone or in small, loose feeding groups. It employs a foraging strategy of meticulously plucking ripe fruits directly from branches, often hanging upside down to reach desi...
The Red-naped Fruit Dove is strictly endemic to Sumba Island, one of the Lesser Sunda Islands in Indonesia. Its distribution spans across the island's interior, from the lowlands up into the hills and lower montane regions, typically not exceeding 950 meters in elevation. There is no evidence of ...
Near Threatened
- The Red-naped Fruit Dove is found only on Sumba Island, making it one of Indonesia's unique avian endemics. - Despite its vivid colors, its preference for dense canopy foliage makes it surprisingly difficult to spot. - It belongs to the genus *Ptilinopus*, a group of fruit doves famous for thei...