Wompoo Fruit Dove
Ptilinopus magnificus
Conservation Status
Least ConcernAves · Columbiformes · Columbidae
About
The wompoo fruit dove, also known as wompoo pigeon and "magnificent fruit dove" among others, is one of the larger fruit doves native to New Guinea and eastern Australia.
Fun Fact
The wompoo fruit dove was formally described in 1821 by the Dutch zoologist Coenraad Jacob Temminck from a specimen that had been collected on the east coast of Australia.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Native to New Guinea and eastern Australia.
Diet
Eat large fruits whole and are able to acrobatically collect fruit of trees and vines.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance
External Data Sources
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