Nicobar pigeon
I.U.C.N status
International Union for Conservation of Nature
LC
Least concern
NT
Near threatened
VU
Vulnerable
EN
Endangered
CR
Critically endangered
EW
Extinct in the wild
EX
Extinct
Identity card
Class :
Birds
Order :
Columbiformes
Family :
Columbidae
Genus :
Caloenas
Species :
nicobarica
Average size
38 cm / 70 cm (wingspan)
Weight
460 to 600 g
Longevity
20 years
Sexual maturity
2 years
Incubation
16 to 20 days
Clutch
2 eggs
Diet
Omnivore
Seeds, fruits, insects...
Did you know?
This bird is believed to be the closest relative of the Dodo from Mauritius, extinct since the 17th century. Being rather gregarious, the Nicobar pigeon lives in colonies, but forms stable pairs.
Threats and conservation
Despite its status as a threatened species, the Nicobar pigeon continues to be hunted for its meat and through illegal trade. It is also seriously threatened by the introduction of invasive species (rats, cats) into its territory.
