Black-naped Fruit Dove

Population Status
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Black-naped Fruit Dove

Ptilinopus melanospila

 

Diet

Eats fruit, figs, and berries.

Habitat

Inhabits the edges of forest, suburban areas, lowlands, and hill forests.

Nesting

Like most doves, this species builds a flimsy nest out of twigs. Typically lays one egg, and incubation is 18-26 days. Both the male and female incubate the egg and care for the young.

Did you know?

The black-naped fruit dove is in the same family as the rock pigeon and mourning dove.

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