Chatham Islands Pigeon

About the Chatham Islands Pigeon

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.

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Where the Chatham Islands Pigeon lives

When to see the Chatham Islands Pigeon

Peak activity in December · a variable species across most of its range

Easily confused with

New Zealand PigeonHemiphaga novaeseelandiaeThe kererū is a large arboreal pigeon weighing 550–850 g (19–30 oz), and is up to 50 cm (20 in) in length, with a wingspan of around 75 cm (30 in).