417K views · 15K reactions | Today's creature: The Nicobar Pigeon The Nicobar pigeon or Nicobar dove is a bird found on small islands and in coastal regions from the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, India, east through the Indonesian Archipelago, to the Solomons and Palau. (Wikipedia)  @earth_harmony_hub IG | Angry Trini | Facebook

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You might spot the shimmer before you realise it’s a pigeon... Meet our Nicobar pigeons 🐦👇 📍 Found in the wild: They're found in coastal forests and small islands across Southeast Asia and the Pacific (including the Nicobar Islands!) 🧬 Interesting fact: The Nicobar pigeon is the closest living relative of the extinct dodo. 🗣 Behaviour to watch: They prefer to walk and forage on the ground, feeding on fallen seeds and fruit. ❗ Myth-busting: Despite the name, this isn’t your typical pigeon. T

Discover the Stunning Nicobar Pigeon! 🐦🌴 #Shorts #birdwatchingtrendsThe Nicobar Pigeon, native to the islands of Southeast Asia and the Pacific, is renowned for its striking iridescent plumage, featuring shades of green, blue, and copper. Unlike most pigeons, it has a long, slender tail and a distinctive white tail patch. These birds prefer dense forests and coastal areas, feeding on seeds, fruits, and small invertebrates. Due to habitat loss and hunting, they are considered near-threatened. C