Chatham Islands Pigeon
Hemiphaga chathamensis
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Chatham Islands Pigeon / Parea (Hemiphaga chathamensis), 55 cm. Largest Hemiphaga; iridescent green-and-bronze with white underparts. Endemic to Pitt Island and southern Chatham Island (New Zealand). Inhabits temperate forest. Frugivore. Endangered; fewer than 600 individuals, recovering under intensive management.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 54.4 cm | 21.4 in |
| Weight | 734.5 g | 25.91 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 26-28 days.
Clutch Size
1
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Columbiformes (Pigeons & Doves) |
| Family | Columbidae (Pigeons & Doves) |
| Genus | Hemiphaga |
| Species | Hemiphaga chathamensis |
Distribution
Chatham Islands Pigeon has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Columbidae family