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Chatham Islands Pigeon

Hemiphaga chathamensis

Vulnerable
Envergure
54,4 cm
Poids
734,5 g
Famille
Columbidae
Ordre
Columbiformes

À propos

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
Envergure 54,4 cm 21.4 in
Poids 734,5 g 25.91 oz

Habitat & Range

Statut de conservation

Vulnerable
IUCN Red List

Comportement et reproduction

Nidification

Nest type: PL. Incubation: 26-28 days.

Taille de la couvée

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Taxonomie

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Ordre Columbiformes (Pigeons & Doves)
Famille Columbidae (Pigeons & Doves)
Genus Hemiphaga
Espèces Hemiphaga chathamensis

Distribution

Chatham Islands Pigeon has been recorded in 1 countries.

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Présent Not recorded
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Foire aux questions

Is the Chatham Islands Pigeon endangered?
The Chatham Islands Pigeon has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
How does the Chatham Islands Pigeon nest?
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 26-28 days.
How big is the Chatham Islands Pigeon?
The Chatham Islands Pigeon has a wingspan of 54.4 cm, weight of 734.5 g.
What order and family does the Chatham Islands Pigeon belong to?
The Chatham Islands Pigeon (Hemiphaga chathamensis) belongs to the order Columbiformes and the family Columbidae.

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