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Habitat:
Southeast Asia
Food:
fruit
Lifespan:
20 years
Weight:
360 to 510 grams
Number of eggs:
1 egg
Breeding time:
23 - 25 days
IUCN Status:
safe
EEP:
no
Big muscles
Pied imperial pigeons almost never come down to the ground. They sleep in the treetops, sometimes as high as 60 metres. They also eat up in the trees. Each day they fly long distances in search of ripe fruits. Because they fly such long distances across the sea, their wing muscles are extra large.
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Theme area: On your own strength
You can see the Pied imperial pigeon in the ‘On Your Own strength’ theme area. Here, you’ll discover how animals move and why moving – or, conversely, staying still – is important for survival.
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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?