Family: Columbidae (Pigeons, Doves)

Authority: (von Pelzeln, 1865)

Red List Category

Criteria: B1b(v)

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Justification of Red List category
Nicobar Imperial-pigeon remains common in much of its small range, but it is inferred to be undergoing a continuing decline due to high hunting pressure, particularly on Car Nicobar. As parts of the range are not subject to this threat, the species does not meet the criteria for listing as threatened. It is currently assessed as Near Threatened, on the basis that it has an Extent of Occurrence below 20,000 km² and is declining.

Population size: unknown

Population trend: decreasing

Extent of occurrence (breeding/resident): 12,800 km²

Country endemic: yes