The common emerald dove (Chalcophaps indica) is a small, terrestrial pigeon native to South and Southeast Asia and Australia. It is a member of the family Columbidae, which includes pigeons and doves. The common emerald dove is a sexually dimorphic species, with males having a distinctive iridescent green plumage on their heads, necks, and breasts. Females are mostly brown, with some green iridescence on their wings and tails.
The common emerald dove is a common bird in its native range, and it is often found in open woodlands, scrublands, and grasslands. It is a frugivore, and its diet consists mainly of fruits, seeds, and berries. The common emerald dove is also known to eat small insects and invertebrates. The common emerald dove is a social bird, and it often forms small flocks. It is a monogamous species, and pairs typically stay together for life. The common emerald dove builds a simple nest in a tree or shrub, and the female typically lays two eggs. Both parents incubate the eggs and care for the chicks.