I LIVE IN ASIA
The Victoria crowned pigeon is native to lowland rain forests in New Guinea, an island located in the eastern Malay Archipelago.
I AM AN INSECTIVORE
This avian species is known to eat various insects and other invertebrates, as well as fruits and seeds. They spend a lot of time foraging for food on the rain forest floor.
VICTORIA CROWNED PIGEONS ARE SOCIAL
Victoria crowned pigeons are somewhat social birds; they often live, feed, and roost together in small groups of 2-10 individuals. In human care, Victoria crowned pigeons are often housed in pairs.
LONG LIVE THE QUEEN
This vibrant blue bird species was named in honor of the late British monarch, Queen Victoria.
HELPING THE VISTORIA CROWNED PIGEON IN THE WILD
The Victoria crowned pigeons at the Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo is enrolled in the Species Survival Plan (SSP). SSP is a program implemented by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) to help ensure a genetically viable population exists.
I AM IMPORTANT TO MY ECOSYSTEM
Victoria crowned pigeons play a role in seed dispersal, as well as keeping certain insect populations in check.