Chatham Islands Pigeon
Hemiphaga chathamensis
The Chatham Islands pigeon, also known as the Chatham pigeon or parea, is a bird endemic to the Chatham Islands in New Zealand. Growing to 800 g (28 oz) in weight and 55 cm (22 in) in length, the Chatham Islands pigeon is closely related to the kererū or New Zealand pigeon, the only other species in the genus Hemiphaga.
- Scientific name
- Hemiphaga chathamensis
- Family
- Pigeons and Doves
- IUCN status
- VU