This bird exists nowhere else on Earth but a handful of Pacific islands.
The Mariana Fruit Dove is a colorful pigeon native to the Mariana Islands, where it inhabits tropical forests and feeds mainly on fruits, berries, and seeds. By carrying and dispersing seeds, it plays a vital role in helping island forests regenerate and thrive.
A rare jewel of the Pacific, quietly shaping the future of its forest with every meal.
Mariana Fruit Dove 👇
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