Amboyna Cuckoo-Dove
Macropygia amboinensis
Least ConcernAves · Columbiformes · Columbidae
About
The Amboyna cuckoo-dove is a dove in the genus Macropygia found in the Moluccas and New Guinea. It was one of three new species defined when the slender-billed cuckoo-dove was split up in 2016 and retains the Latin binomial of the former species.[1]
Fun Fact
It was one of three new species defined when the slender-billed cuckoo-dove was split up in 2016 and retains the Latin binomial of the former species.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Inhabits rainforest, woodland, scrubland and rainforest regrowth areas.
Diet
Diet consists of berries from both native plants and introduced weed species.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance