VU

Philippine Collared-dove

Streptopelia dusumieri

Declining

Overview

A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.

Streptopelia dusumieri faces severe population declines primarily due to extensive habitat conversion for agriculture and urban development across its limited range in the Western Ghats and associated hill ranges of India. The species is particularly vulnerable to forest fragmentation, which isolates breeding populations and reduces genetic diversity. Hunting pressure and trapping for the cage bird trade have further contributed to population reductions, especially in areas where the species occurs near human settlements.

Threat summary

Habitat

This dove inhabits dense tropical forests, forest edges, and wooded areas in the Western Ghats of India, typically at elevations between 300-1,500 meters. It shows preference for areas with thick canopy cover and is often found in secondary forests, plantations, and well-wooded gardens adjacent to forest areas.

Artificial - Terrestrial· majorShrubland· majorGrassland· major

Conservation measures underway

Species recovery

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Philippine Collared-dove classified as Vulnerable?
Philippine Collared-dove is classified as Vulnerable because the population is declining and the species faces a high risk of extinction in the medium-term future if current pressures continue. Streptopelia dusumieri faces severe population declines primarily due to extensive habitat conversion for agriculture and urban development across its limited range in the Western Ghats and associated hill ranges of India. The species is particularly vulnerable to forest fragmentation, which isolates breeding populations and reduces genetic diversity. Hunting pressure and trapping for the cage bird trade have further contributed to population reductions, especially in areas where the species occurs near human settlements.
Where does Philippine Collared-dove live?
Philippine Collared-dove occurs in Guam, Malaysia, Northern Mariana Islands, and Philippines. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Philippine Collared-dove?
The main threats to Philippine Collared-dove are ai-1, ai-2, ai-3, and ai-4. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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