Timor Imperial Pigeon

Ducula cineracea

Doves and Pigeons · Columbiformes · Legendary

The Timor Imperial Pigeon (Ducula cineracea) is a legendary doves and pigeon found in 2 countries, weighing about 507 g. The Timor imperial pigeon is a species of bird in the family Columbidae.

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About the Timor Imperial Pigeon

The Timor imperial pigeon is a species of bird in the family Columbidae. It is found on Timor and Wetar. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical dry forests and subtropical or tropical moist montane forests. It is threatened by habitat loss.

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Where it lives

When to see it

Best months: June, August, September, October, November, with peak activity in October. It is a passage migrant species across most of its range.

Easily confused with

Quick questions

What does a Timor Imperial Pigeon look like?
The Timor imperial pigeon is a species of bird in the family Columbidae.
How big is a Timor Imperial Pigeon?
The Timor Imperial Pigeon is a large sized bird weighing about 507 g.
Where can you see a Timor Imperial Pigeon?
The Timor Imperial Pigeon occurs in 2 countries, including Indonesia and Timor-Leste.
What birds look similar to a Timor Imperial Pigeon?
The Timor Imperial Pigeon is most easily confused with the Finsch's Imperial Pigeon, the Geelvink Imperial Pigeon and the Spotted Imperial Pigeon.
Is the Timor Imperial Pigeon endangered?
The Timor Imperial Pigeon is listed as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List.

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