Andaman Cuckoo-Dove

Macropygia rufipennis

Least Concern

Quick Facts

  • Size: 39-41 cm (15-16 inches)
  • Colors: Rufous, Brown
  • Type: Perching Birds

The Andaman Cuckoo-Dove (Macropygia rufipennis) is a distinctive member of the Columbidae family, endemic to the remote Andaman Islands. Known for its slender build and specific plumage, this perching bird is a prized sighting for ornithologists and birdwatchers visiting the archipelago.