Pheasant Pigeon
Otidiphaps nobilis
NENot Evaluated
- Family
- Doves and Pigeons (Columbidae)
- Order
- Columbiformes
Overview
The pheasant pigeon (Otidiphaps nobilis) is a species of large terrestrial pigeon. It is the only species of the monotypic genus Otidiphaps. The pheasant pigeon is found in the primary rainforests of New Guinea and nearby islands. It ranges primarily over hilly and lower mountain areas, but can also be found in lowlands.
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Range and habitat
Countries
Sources and further reading
- Wikipedia: Pheasant pigeon
- eBird: sightings, maps and photos
- xeno-canto: sound recordings
- Birds of the World: full species account (subscription)
- IUCN Red List (threat status)
- AviList global checklist (taxonomy)
Last updated September 29, 2026.
