Least ConcernLegendaryEndemicFruitForestMedium · 86 g
About the Blue-capped Fruit Dove
The blue-capped fruit dove is a species of bird in the family Columbidae. It is endemic to the northern Maluku Islands.
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Where it lives
Regular range
When to see it
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Peak activity in September · a variable species across most of its range
Easily confused with
Pink-headed Fruit DovePtilinopus porphyreusThe pink-headed fruit dove also known as pink-necked fruit dove or Temminck's fruit pigeon, is a small colourful dove.
Coroneted Fruit DovePtilinopus coronulatusThe coroneted fruit dove, also known as the lilac-capped fruit dove, is a species of bird in the family Columbidae.
Ornate Fruit DovePtilinopus ornatusThe ornate fruit dove is a species of bird in the family Columbidae.
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