South Island Piopio

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South Island Piopio (<em>Turnagra capensis</em>) is a species of Figbirds, Old World Orioles, Piopios (<em>Oriolidae</em>) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).

Overview

South Island Piopio (Turnagra capensis) is a species of Figbirds, Old World Orioles, Piopios (Oriolidae) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).

Scientific Classification

Genus: Turnagra; binomial: Turnagra capensis; authority: (Sparrman, 1787).

Distribution

Breeding range: Australasia.

Conservation Status

This taxon is listed as Extinct in the IOC World Bird List.

Remarks

The English name of Turnagra capensis is changed with the split of T. tanagra.

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