Seram Imperial Pigeon

Ducula neglecta

Doves and Pigeons · Columbiformes · Legendary

The Seram Imperial Pigeon (Ducula neglecta) is a legendary doves and pigeon found only in Indonesia, weighing about 667 g. The Seram imperial pigeon is a species of bird in the pigeon and dove family Columbidae.

Least ConcernLegendaryEndemicEats fruitforest667 g

About the Seram Imperial Pigeon

The Seram imperial pigeon is a species of bird in the pigeon and dove family Columbidae. It is endemic to Seram and Ambon Island in the Maluku Islands (Moluccas) in Indonesia. On these islands it is found in primary rainforest and selectively logged forest.

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Where it lives

When to see it

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

Easily confused with

Quick questions

What does a Seram Imperial Pigeon look like?
The Seram imperial pigeon is a species of bird in the pigeon and dove family Columbidae.
How big is a Seram Imperial Pigeon?
The Seram Imperial Pigeon is a large sized bird weighing about 667 g.
Where can you see a Seram Imperial Pigeon?
The Seram Imperial Pigeon is endemic to Indonesia, which is the only country where it occurs.
What birds look similar to a Seram Imperial Pigeon?
The Seram Imperial Pigeon is most easily confused with the Yellowish Imperial Pigeon, the Grey Imperial Pigeon and the Rufescent Imperial Pigeon.
Is the Seram Imperial Pigeon endangered?
The Seram Imperial Pigeon is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.

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