Spotted green pigeon (SciiFii)

The spotted green pigeon (Caloenas maculata), also known as the Liverpool pigeon, is a species of pigeon, most closely related to the Nicobar pigeon, that was originally lived native to an island somewhere in the South Pacific Ocean or the Indian Ocean and was once extinct, but has since been brought back from extinction by SciiFii and has bred successfully in captivity, with plans for reintroduction to its native range once its natural range has been determined. The spotted green pigeon is 32 centimeters (13 inches) long, and has very dark, brownish plumage with a green gloss. The neck feathers are elongated, and most of the feathers on the upperparts and wings have a yellowish spot on their tips. It has a black bill with a yellow tip, and the end of the tail has a pale band. It has relatively short legs and long wings. Unlike the Nicobar pigeon, the spotted green pigeon lacks a knob on its bill, it is mainly arboreal, and it feeds primarily on fruits. The gizzard stones helps to grind up hard food items. Its flight is quick, with regular beats and an occasional sharp flick of the wings, as is characteristic of pigeons in general. Unlike many other pigeons, groups tend to fly in columns or single file, not in a loose flock. It is a very vocal species, giving a low-pitched repetitive call. This species nests in dense forests, often in large colonies. It builds a loose stick nest in a tree. It lays between one and two elliptical faintly blue-tinged white egg. Currently, it is listed as Extinct in the Wild, but it is thought that the spotted green pigeon was originally native to the southeastern Asian islands, and the conservationists are studying the potential native range for the future reintroduction.
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