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Comoros Blue Pigeon

Comoros Blue Pigeon

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A striking pigeon species native to the Comoros archipelago, characterized by its bluish-grey plumage and forest habitat. It feeds primarily on fruits.
Where to spot
Endemic to the Comoros Islands, including Grand Comore, Mohéli, and Anjouan, in the Indian Ocean.
How to spot
Look in native forests and plantations. Listen for their characteristic cooing calls and scan the upper branches of trees where they feed. Its distinct bluish hue helps identification.
When to spot
Active throughout the day, often seen foraging in the canopy. Observation is often best during the fruiting seasons when they are more concentrated at food sources.
File:Columba pollenii 1868.jpg
File:Columba pollenii 96189297.jpg
File:Columba pollenii 1868.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Columba pollenii 96189297.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
The Comoros Blue Pigeon plays a vital ecological role in seed dispersal within its island ecosystem, contributing significantly to forest regeneration and biodiversity.
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