Yellow-bibbed Fruit Dove

The Yellow-bibbed Fruit Dove, also known as the Yellow-banded Fruit Dove, is a charming avian species belonging to the Columbidae family. Its scientific name is Ptilinopus solomonensis, a nod to its presence in the Solomon Islands.

Identification Tips

This species is adorned with a distinctive yellow bib, which contrasts with its overall green plumage. The vibrant colors make it a delightful sight in its natural habitat.

Habitat

The Yellow-bibbed Fruit Dove thrives in subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests, where it can find the fruiting trees that form the cornerstone of its diet.

Distribution

One can encounter this species in the Bismarck and Solomon Islands archipelagos, where it flits through the forest canopy.

Conservation status

The IUCN Red List has classified the Yellow-bibbed Fruit Dove as Least Concern, indicating that, for now, the species does not face immediate threats to its survival.