Polynesian Ground Dove

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Polynesian Ground Dove (<em>Pampusana erythroptera</em>) is a species of Pigeons, Doves (<em>Columbidae</em>) in the order Pigeons and Doves.

Overview

Polynesian Ground Dove (Pampusana erythroptera) is a species of Pigeons, Doves (Columbidae) in the order Pigeons and Doves.

Scientific Classification

Genus: Pampusana; binomial: Pampusana erythroptera; authority: (Gmelin, JF, 1789).

Distribution

Breeding range: the Pacific Ocean.

Conservation Status

This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.

Remarks

Treat as monotypic. Includes extinct albicollis and pectoralis as synonyms (Thibault & Cibois 2017).

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