Seychelles Blue Pigeon

Alectroenas sganzini

The Seychelles Blue Pigeon, scientifically known as Alectroenas sganzini, is a medium-sized pigeon endemic to the Seychelles archipelago. It is characterized by its striking blue and grey plumage, with a distinctive red bill and legs. These pigeons inhabit dense tropical forests, where they forage for fruits, seeds, and insects. They are known for their distinctive cooing calls and agile flight patterns. The Seychelles Blue Pigeon plays a vital role in seed dispersal and ecosystem maintenance within its habitat. Due to habitat loss and hunting pressure, the conservation status of this species is currently listed as Vulnerable by the IUCN.

Habitat: Tropical forests