Scientific Name: Ducula aenea
Malay Name: Pergam Daun Biasa
Chinese Name: 绿皇鸠
Range:
Found from the Indian subcontinent to southern China and Southeast Asia.
Taxonomy:
Polytypic. Subspecies are: sylvatica, pusilla, andamanica, consobrina, oenothorax, polia, palawanensis, fugaensis, nuchalis, aenea, intermedia, paulina
Local Subspecies: polia
Size: 42-47 cm
Identification: Adult has dark metallic green mantle and wings with vinous-tinged pale grey head, neck and underparts. Juvenile looks duller than adult.
Habitat: Forests, mangroves, wooded areas and parks.
Ecology/Behaviour: Gregarious and mostly sighted at coastal wooded areas with fruiting palms.
Local Status: Rare resident
Conservation Status: Least Concern (IUCN 3.1)
Location: Pulau Tekong, Pulau Ubin, Changi Point, Changi Business Park, Loyang Way and Pasir Ris Park.
Photos:
External Links:
Conservation Status: IUCN Red List Page
Photos: Oriental Bird Images
Sound Recordings: xeno-canto Link
Wikipedia Entry: Wikipedia Link
Reference:
Craig Robson (2011) A Field Guide to the Birds of South-East Asia