Family: Columbidae (Pigeons, Doves)

Authority: (Bourns & Worcester, 1894)

Red List Category

Criteria: B1b(iii)

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Justification of Red List category
This species has a small range within which it is considered to be quite scarce and is suspected of declining because of habitat degradation and—to an unknown extent—hunting. However, it is tolerant of some degradation, and habitat loss in more montane areas (where it appears to ably persist) is almost non-existent, suggesting it is not at immediate risk, although this should continue to be monitored. Accordingly, it is listed as Near Threatened.

Population size: 5500-10000 mature individuals

Population trend: decreasing

Extent of occurrence (breeding/resident): 18,900 km²

Country endemic: yes