At great heights

"Pied imperial pigeons almost never come to the ground."

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Pied imperial pigeonDucula bicolor
  • Habitat

    Southeast Asia

  • Food

    fruit

  • Lifetime

    20 years

  • Weight

    360 to 510 grams

  • Number of eggs

    1 egg

  • Breeding time

    23 - 25 days

  • IUCN Status

    safe

  • EEP?

    no

About the pied imperial pigeon

The pied imperial pigeon eats almost only fruit. They weigh 360 to 510 grams and have a wingspan of about 45 centimeters. The pied imperial pigeon builds its nest high in the trees, sometimes up to 25 meters high. One egg is laid there. The chick leaves the nest after three weeks. The pied imperial pigeon lives for 20 years.

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Species conservation in Eindhoven Zoo

Fortunately, the status of the pied imperial pigeon is least concern. But, unfortunately, many of the species you see in the park are endangered and struggling in their native habitats. Did you know that more than 10,000 animal species in the world are in danger of extinction? Together we can help them with big, or small steps. Want to know how? 

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