About the Pink-headed Fruit-Dove
The Pink-headed Fruit-Dove (Ptilinopus porphyreus) is a species of bird in the Pigeons and Doves family (Columbidae), within the order Columbiformes. This family contains 353 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code phfdov1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Columbiformes |
| Family | Pigeons and Doves (Columbidae) |
| Species | Ptilinopus porphyreus |
| Species Codes | phfdov1, PHFD |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Pink-headed Fruit-Dove belong to?
The Pink-headed Fruit-Dove (Ptilinopus porphyreus) belongs to the Pigeons and Doves family (Columbidae), in the order Columbiformes.
How can I identify the Pink-headed Fruit-Dove?
The Pink-headed Fruit-Dove is a member of the Pigeons and Doves family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Pink-headed Fruit-Dove sighting?
You can log sightings of Pink-headed Fruit-Dove on eBird (ebird.org) using species code phfdov1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Pigeons and Doves 353 species
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