Pied Imperial Pigeon

Ducula bicolor

Family: Doves and Pigeons · Status: Common introduced resident · Size: 38–41 cm · Conservation: Least Concern

Range

Resident along coasts and small islands across Southeast Asia.

Identification

Adult is largely white, often with a faint yellow tinge, with contrasting black primaries, secondaries, and tail.

Habitat

Coastal forests, mangroves, urban gardens and parks with fruiting palms.

Behaviour

Frugivorous, feeds on fruits including palm fruits, wild figs, and nutmegs. Typically observed feeding or travelling in flocks.