PolicyThursday, September 3, 2026Mongabay
A ‘lost’ Philippine pigeon reappears after 20 years — but its forest is disappearing
The rare Mindoro bleeding-heart pigeon has been spotted on the Philippine island of Mindoro after a 20-year absence, as confirmed by a recent camera trap photo. However, its habitat is under severe threat due to deforestation and environmental degradation. Protecting this species and its forest habitat is crucial for biodiversity conservation.
