Santa Cruz Is (Tinakula and Utupua) and Vanuatu (Espiritu Santo). Possibly extinct on Utupua.
Rarity Status
Currently this species is not classified as a rarity in this country OR information has not been updated.
Population
Estimated population is 1,000 - 2,499 (2010) and decreasing.
Status EN
Predation by rats, cats, dogs and pigs. Cyclones and volcanic eruptions may be a risk. In some locations forest is being extensively cleared and degraded. Hunting may also be a factor.
For more information see BirdLife International Species Factsheet.
Voice
A low, moderately loud 'woot', repeated monotonously and slowly accelerating.
Similar Species
Emerald Dove (Chalcophaps indica) which has green on upperparts, two pale bars on lower mantle and red bill.
References
See References.
BirdLife International Species Factsheet