Nicobar Imperial Pigeon

Ducula nicobarica

Doves and Pigeons · Columbiformes · Legendary

The Nicobar Imperial Pigeon (Ducula nicobarica) is a legendary doves and pigeon found only in India. The Nicobar imperial pigeon is a species of bird in the family Columbidae.

Near ThreatenedLegendaryEndemic

About the Nicobar Imperial Pigeon

The Nicobar imperial pigeon is a species of bird in the family Columbidae. It is endemic to the Nicobar Islands. Its natural habitats are lowland forests, but it also feeds on fruiting trees in agricultural landscapes.

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Where it lives

When to see it

Best months: January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November, December, with peak activity in March. It is a variable species across most of its range.

Easily confused with

Quick questions

What does a Nicobar Imperial Pigeon look like?
The Nicobar imperial pigeon is a species of bird in the family Columbidae.
Where can you see a Nicobar Imperial Pigeon?
The Nicobar Imperial Pigeon is endemic to India, which is the only country where it occurs.
What birds look similar to a Nicobar Imperial Pigeon?
The Nicobar Imperial Pigeon is most easily confused with the Pink-bellied Imperial Pigeon, the Spice Imperial Pigeon and the Pink-headed Imperial Pigeon.
Is the Nicobar Imperial Pigeon endangered?
The Nicobar Imperial Pigeon is listed as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List.

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