About the Purple-tailed Imperial-Pigeon
The Purple-tailed Imperial-Pigeon (Ducula rufigaster) 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 ptipig1 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 | Ducula rufigaster |
| Species Codes | ptipig1, PTIP |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Purple-tailed Imperial-Pigeon belong to?
The Purple-tailed Imperial-Pigeon (Ducula rufigaster) belongs to the Pigeons and Doves family (Columbidae), in the order Columbiformes.
How can I identify the Purple-tailed Imperial-Pigeon?
The Purple-tailed Imperial-Pigeon 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 Purple-tailed Imperial-Pigeon sighting?
You can log sightings of Purple-tailed Imperial-Pigeon on eBird (ebird.org) using species code ptipig1, or on iNaturalist.