Canary Is, occurring on La Palma, Gomera, Tenerife and El Hierro; formerly also on Gran Canaria, where now extinct.
Rarity Status
Currently this species is not classified as a rarity in this country OR information has not been updated.
Population
Estimated population is 5,000 - 20,000 (2010) and stable.
Status LC
Intensive exploitation of laurel forests, resulting in habitat loss and fragmentation, illegal hunting at drinking sites, predation by introduced mammals including rats, grazing pressure from sheep, and recreational activities during the breeding season are the main threats.
For more information see BirdLife International Species Factsheet.
Habits
In large numbers at fruiting trees.
Food
Mainly fruit but also grain and occasionally buds, leaves and shoots.
BirdLife International Species Factsheet