Sula Cuckoo-Dove
Turacoena sulaensis
The Sula Cuckoo-Dove (Turacoena sulaensis) is a legendary doves and pigeon found only in Indonesia, weighing about 209 g. The Sula cuckoo-dove, is a species of bird in the family Columbidae.
About the Sula Cuckoo-Dove
The Sula cuckoo-dove, is a species of bird in the family Columbidae. It is endemic to the Sula Islands and the Banggai Archipelago in Indonesia. Prior to 2016, it was considered a subspecies of the white-faced cuckoo dove.
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Where it lives
When to see it
Best months: February, March, May, 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 Sula Cuckoo-Dove look like?
- The Sula cuckoo-dove, is a species of bird in the family Columbidae.
- How big is a Sula Cuckoo-Dove?
- The Sula Cuckoo-Dove is a medium sized bird weighing about 209 g.
- Where can you see a Sula Cuckoo-Dove?
- The Sula Cuckoo-Dove is endemic to Indonesia, which is the only country where it occurs.
- What birds look similar to a Sula Cuckoo-Dove?
- The Sula Cuckoo-Dove is most easily confused with the Black Cuckoo-Dove and the White-faced Cuckoo-Dove.
- Is the Sula Cuckoo-Dove endangered?
- The Sula Cuckoo-Dove is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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