Maroon Pigeon (Columba thomensis) — Endangered Aves

Maroon Pigeon

Columba thomensis

Conservation Status

Endangered

Aves · Columbiformes · Columbidae

About

The São Tomé olive pigeon or maroon pigeon is an endangered species of pigeon which is endemic to the island of São Tomé off the coast of western Africa. It was described by José Vicente Barbosa du Bocage in 1888.

Fun Fact

The bird is 37 to 40 centimetres (15 to 16 in) long.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Loss
  • Poaching and Hunting
  • Human-Wildlife Conflict
  • Disease

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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