kereru's favourite food is small fruits. they also eat shoots, leaves and buds.
bugs and beetles
bugs and beetles
food
Kereru, also known as New Zealand pigeons, can be found in forests, parks, and gardens throughout New Zealand. They prefer areas with a mix of tall trees for nesting and feeding, as well as open spaces for flying. Kereru are important seed dispersers for many native tree species in New Zealand.
In 2008 the status of Kereru (nz native wood pigeon) was upgraded from 'Gradual Decline' to 'Non-threatened' which meant that the Kereru population had increased to at least 20,000 individuals.They are however, still a protected species.
Stoats, possums, dogs
5-6 pounds
Stoats, possums, dogs
The Kereru, also known as the New Zealand pigeon, is endemic to New Zealand. The population is estimated to be around 50,000 to 100,000 individuals.
200 to 500 years
A soft "coo" sound