Orange-naped Fruit Dove song and calls

Birdsong and calls are often the easiest way to identify the Orange-naped Fruit Dove, especially when the bird is hidden in dense foliage. Below is what to listen for.

Song

The song is a series of soft, mournful coos, often described as 'hoo-hoo-hoo-hoo' or 'woop-woop-woop-woop', delivered in a slow, deliberate rhythm. It can be somewhat ventriloquial, making the bird difficult to locate.

Calls

Calls include soft 'coo' notes and occasional short, sharp 'whup' sounds, especially when alarmed or interacting with other doves.

When they vocalize

Most vocal during the early morning and late afternoon, particularly during the breeding season.

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