A Wompoo Fruit-Dove (Ptilinopus magnificus) rests quietly on a sturdy tree branch within a Queensland rainforest. Emerald-green wings cloak its body and shimmer in the filtered sunlight. A soft grey head, crimson eye and pink bill create a striking contrast with its vivid plumage. Hints of its rich purple breast and golden-yellow underparts appear beneath the folded wings. The bird sits calmly among softly blurred foliage that draws attention to its colourful feathers and elegant shape. Wompoo Fruit-Doves feed mainly on native rainforest fruits and move through the forest canopy in search of seasonal food. Their vibrant colours make them one of Australia's most spectacular native pigeons.

The Wompoo Fruit-Dove lives in tropical and subtropical rainforests from northern New South Wales to Far North Queensland. It plays an important ecological role by dispersing seeds from many rainforest trees. Healthy rainforest habitats support these birds and countless other native species, helping preserve Australia's rich biodiversity for future generations.