About the Tanna Ground Dove
The Tanna ground dove, also known as Forster's dove of Tanna, is an extinct dove species. Its taxonomic affiliation is uncertain but at its first scientific discussion by Johann Georg Wagler in 1829 it was classified into the genus Gallicolumba ; its closest relative is possibly the Santa Cruz ground dove. It was endemic to the Pacific island of Tanna, Vanuatu. Forster records a native name mahk, almost certainly from the Kwamera language.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Columbiformes |
| Family | Pigeons and Doves (Columbidae) |
| Species | Pampusana ferruginea |
| Species Codes | tangrd1, TGDO |
| Conservation | extinct |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Tanna Ground Dove belong to?
The Tanna Ground Dove (Pampusana ferruginea) belongs to the Pigeons and Doves family (Columbidae), in the order Columbiformes.
How can I identify the Tanna Ground Dove?
The Tanna ground dove, also known as Forster's dove of Tanna, is an extinct dove species. Its taxonomic affiliation is uncertain but at its first scientific discussion by Johann Georg Wagler in 1829 it was classified into the genus Gallicolumba ; its closest relative is possibly the Santa Cruz groun...
Where can I report a Tanna Ground Dove sighting?
You can log sightings of Tanna Ground Dove on eBird (ebird.org) using species code tangrd1, or on iNaturalist.
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