Mauritius Blue Pigeon Colouring Page

Mauritius Blue Pigeon (Alectroenas nitidissimus). Country of origin: Mauritius. Extinction: The last confirmed individual was taken in 1826; it may have persisted into the 1830s. Cause: Hunting, forest loss and introduced predators contributed to its decline. Special characteristics: Long, pointed neck feathers form a distinctive ruff above its rounded body and tail. How to Colour: Use indigo-blue on the body and red on the tail and around the eye. Leave the long head and neck feathers pale silvery white, tracing the pointed ruff with careful short strokes.

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