Red-moustached Fruit Dove
Red-moustached Fruit Dove (<em>Ptilinopus mercierii</em>) is a species of Pigeons, Doves (<em>Columbidae</em>) in the order Pigeons and Doves.
Overview
Red-moustached Fruit Dove (Ptilinopus mercierii) is a species of Pigeons, Doves (Columbidae) in the order Pigeons and Doves.
Scientific Classification
Genus: Ptilinopus; binomial: Ptilinopus mercierii; authority: (des Murs & Prévost, 1849).
Distribution
Breeding range: the Pacific Ocean.
Conservation Status
This taxon is listed as Extinct in the IOC World Bird List.
Remarks
Change English name of Ptilinopus mercierii to Red-moustached, as used in other world lists. The bird's most distinguishing feature is its red moustache.
