Jambu Fruit Dove (Ptilinopus jambu) — Near Threatened Aves

Jambu Fruit Dove

Ptilinopus jambu

Conservation Status

Near Threatened

Aves · Columbiformes · Columbidae

About

The jambu fruit dove is a smallish colourful fruit dove. It is a resident breeding species in southern Thailand, Malaysia, Brunei and the Indonesian islands of Kalimantan, Sumatra and Java. This species was formerly placed in the genus Ptilinopus.

Fun Fact

It inhabits mangrove swamps and lowland rain forests up to 1,500 m (4,900 ft) and is also found in secondary woodland.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in secondary woodland.

Diet

Eats fruit directly from the tree, or from the ground if items have been dropped by hornbills or monkeys.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Hunting and Collection
  • Climate Change

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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