Tahiti Monarch

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Tahiti Monarch (<em>Pomarea nigra</em>) is a species of Monarchs (<em>Monarchidae</em>) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).

Overview

Tahiti Monarch (Pomarea nigra) is a species of Monarchs (Monarchidae) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).

Scientific Classification

Genus: Pomarea; binomial: Pomarea nigra; authority: (Sparrman, 1786).

Distribution

Breeding range: the Pacific Ocean.

Conservation Status

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

Remarks

Pomarea pomarea, formerly attributed to Maupiti Monarch is regarded as a junior synonym of P. nigra.

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