Coroneted Fruit Dove
Ptilinopus coronulatus
LCLeast Concern
- Family
- Doves and Pigeons (Columbidae)
- Order
- Columbiformes
Overview
The coroneted fruit dove (Ptilinopus coronulatus), also known as the lilac-capped fruit dove, is a species of bird in the family Columbidae. It is found in New Guinea. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical dry forests and subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests, particularly in hilly terrain. The bird is characterised by a distinctive crest or "coronet" of feathers on its head and has a distinctive, low-pitched call.
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Range and habitat
Countries
Sources and further reading
- Wikipedia: Coroneted fruit dove
- eBird: sightings, maps and photos
- xeno-canto: sound recordings
- Birds of the World: full species account (subscription)
- BirdLife DataZone: status and threats
- IUCN Red List (threat status)
- AviList global checklist (taxonomy)
Last updated September 29, 2026.

