Taken at World of the Insect at the Cincinnati Zoo
The Peruvian pigeon (Patagioenas oenops) has been recorded at few locations within a small range. Habitat loss and degradation are presumably causing declines in both range and its small population. The species therefore qualifies as Vulnerable.
Facts[]
- Where to see them: Peru
- Length: 11 inches
- Lifespan: 15 years
- Habitat: Subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests
- Diet: Seeds and invertebrates