Porphyrio coerulescens — Overview

Réunion Gallinule learn more about names for this taxon

IUCN threat status:

Extinct (EX)

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Range Description

Porphyrio coerulescens was endemic to Réunion (to France) from where it was described as oiseau bleu by six early travellers1. It is thought to have become extinct by around 17301.

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