Threats to Chatham Island pigeon
Habitat loss
Due to the loss of much of Chatham Island's original forest cover, parea are now restricted to the south-west of the island, in the Tuku Nature Reserve and adjacent covenants.
Parea killed by cat
The 1238 ha Tuku Nature Reserve was donated to the Crown by Manuel and Evelyn Tuanui in 1983 and since its protection the condition of the forest has improved considerably providing more food and habitat for parea.
Predators
Parea spend considerable time on the ground grazing on leaves and fruit, making them an easy target for feral cats. Cats, possums and rats are also able to easily access parea nests which can often be in low vegetation or on the ground.
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Contacts
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Phone 0800 DOC HOTline (0800 362 468) to report:
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