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BIRDS

endemics

MORE INFORMATION

DISTRIBUTION/OBSERVATION SPOTS: It is widely distributed throughout the Island, but more so in the north. On the road between the city and the Roça Bela Vista it is frequently seen in small groups.

FEEDING: Essentially fruits and seeds.

REPRODUCTION: All year round.

CONSERVATION STATUS: LC. Although it is not listed as threatened this is one of the most hunted species. Recent studies suggest that its numbers have been decreasing in the last few years.

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