Pink Pigeon
Pink Pigeon (<em>Nesoenas mayeri</em>) is a species of Pigeons, Doves (<em>Columbidae</em>) in the order Pigeons and Doves.
Overview
Pink Pigeon (Nesoenas mayeri) is a species of Pigeons, Doves (Columbidae) in the order Pigeons and Doves. A rare pinkish-gray pigeon endemic to Mauritius, saved from near extinction by captive breeding; lives in remnant native forest; one of the world's rarest pigeons; a conservation success story.
Scientific Classification
Genus: Nesoenas; binomial: Nesoenas mayeri; authority: (Prévost, 1843). Typical size: 36-40cm. Average lifespan: 10-20 years.
Distribution
Breeding range: the Indian Ocean.
Conservation Status
This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.
Remarks
No additional remarks recorded.
