Carunculated Fruit Dove
Caruncle pigeon ( Ptilinopus granulifrons )
The caruncle pigeon ( Ptilinopus granulifrons ), also called warts fruit dove is a species of pigeons birds. It occurs only on an island in Southeast Asia. The species is classified by the IUCN as endangered. Relatively little is known about the life of this kind.
Appearance
The Karunkelfruchttaube reaches a body length of 22 centimeters. The species is very similar to the blue head pigeon. She has compared to this but a slightly longer tail. However, essential distinguishing feature is the cere, the granular excrescences has at its base in the form of a fleshy node.
The plumage is dark green and shimmering bronze. The head is blue-gray. Over The Shoulder and the wings extend each two bright blue-gray stripes. The dove has the belly of a large purple spot. The coverts are yellow. The bill is blue-gray at the base and lightens the tip into a yellowish tone. The iris is brown. The feet are dark gray.
Area of distribution and behavior
The caruncle pigeon is an endemic species of the Obi Islands in the north of the Moluccas. Although it is widespread on this island group, the total inventory is very low. It is a waldbewohnende dove, which occurs in primary and secondary forest, forest edges and on wooded land of culture. The population is estimated by the IUCN to 3,000 to 10,000 individuals. The holdings decrease, which is attributed mainly to logging in the habitat of this pigeon.