Mercier's Fruit-dove (Extinct)
Mercier's Fruit-dove (Extinct)
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Mercier's Fruit-dove (Ptilinopus mercierii) is an extinct species of fruit-dove that was once endemic to the Marquesas Islands in French Polynesia. It was last definitively seen in the early 20th century.
Where to spot
Formerly inhabited the forests of Nuku Hiva and Ua Huka in the Marquesas Islands, French Polynesia. This species is no longer found anywhere.
How to spot
As an extinct species, direct observation is not possible. Information about this bird is derived from historical accounts and museum specimens.
When to spot
This species is extinct and therefore no longer observable in the wild. Historically, it would have been active during daylight hours.
Where to spot
Formerly inhabited the forests of Nuku Hiva and Ua Huka in the Marquesas Islands, French Polynesia. This species is no longer found anywhere.
How to spot
As an extinct species, direct observation is not possible. Information about this bird is derived from historical accounts and museum specimens.
When to spot
This species is extinct and therefore no longer observable in the wild. Historically, it would have been active during daylight hours.
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Its extinction is largely attributed to the devastating impact of introduced predators, such as rats and cats, combined with habitat degradation on its small island homes.
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