Mindoro Imperial Pigeon

The Mindoro imperial pigeon is the largest Philippine pigeon. It measures from 42cm to 50cm in length. Its wings are about 24cm long and its tail measures from 15cm to 17cm. Its forehead and throat are both pinkish grey. The head, neck and most underparts are bluish grey, darkest on the belly and under the tail. The hind neck goes from dark grey to black around the upper part of its back. The rest of the back and the inner wings go from a bronzy red colour to a green colour. The majority of the upper parts of the bird are emerald green. It has a black ring around and extending behind the eye. Voice: No recordings were found, but it is known to be a distinct disyllabic call. Their voice is similar to the other imperial pigeons of Mindoro, but much more resonant and deeper. The Mindoro imperial pigeon's call is frequently heard at dawn.