Despite the geographic isolation of the bird on different islands, there is significant gene flow between the different island populations, owing to frequent migration between islands.

The species appears to be undergoing a decline (Fessl et al. 2017, Jiménez-Uzcátegui et al. 2018). Particularly on the inhabited islands Santa Cruz, San Cristóbal and Floreana, the …

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1 day ago · Freed from the threat of invasive predators, Galapagos birds are performing astonishing feats of return and innovation – 200 years after Charles Darwin visited the …

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Jan 15, 2024 · Globally this dove is listed as “a near threatened avian species” (Wikipedia, 2023). The objective of this scientific note is to review the present status of the Galapagos dove for its ...

Mar 4, 2020 · The Galapagos Dove feeds mainly on seeds, but during the wet season it also feeds on caterpillars and cacti blossoms. Despite its small range, the population is believed to …

Currently, the Galapagos Dove is not classified as endangered. However, habitat changes and introduced predators could potentially impact populations, making conservation efforts vital to …

Attractive dove endemic to Galápagos. Quite distinctive, with reddish-brown head and breast, blue circle around eye, red legs, and bold black-and-white markings on wings and head.

The Galapagos Dove is endemic to the islands. It is usually seen in the driest parts of the main island. This Columbidae has adapted to the Galapagos. Its slightly down-curved bill allows the …