Lilac-crowned Fruit Dove (Ptilinopus rarotongensis) — Near Threatened Aves

Lilac-crowned Fruit Dove

Ptilinopus rarotongensis

Conservation Status

Near Threatened

Aves · Columbiformes · Columbidae

About

The lilac-crowned fruit dove, also known as the Rarotonga fruit-dove or Cook Islands fruit-dove, is one of over 50 species of Ptilinopus.

Fun Fact

Ptilinopus rarotongensis rarotongensis – occurs on Rarotonga Ptilinopus rarotongensis goodwini – occurs on Atiu Due to the lilac-crowned fruit dove occurring only on two small islands now, they are at risk from sudden storms.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

To be updated

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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