Nicobar pigeon
Caloenas nicobarica
- Family
- Pigeons (Columbidae)
- Weight
- 460 – 600 g
- Habitat
- Densely forested islands
The Nicobar pigeon is the closest living relative of the extinct dodo. Its elongated neck feathers shimmer in iridescent shades of green, blue and copper, depending on the angle of light. This bird is highly nomadic, flying from island to island in search of food.
Distribution
Distribution
- Asia