You might spot the shimmer before you realise it’s a pigeon... Meet our Nicobar pigeons 🐦👇 📍 Found in the wild: They're found in coastal forests and small islands across Southeast Asia and the Pacific (including the Nicobar Islands!) 🧬 Interesting fact: The Nicobar pigeon is the closest living relative of the extinct dodo. 🗣 Behaviour to watch: They prefer to walk and forage on the ground, feeding on fallen seeds and fruit. ❗ Myth-busting: Despite the name, this isn’t your typical pigeon. T

Today's creature: The Nicobar Pigeon The Nicobar pigeon or Nicobar dove is a bird found on small islands and in coastal regions from the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, India, east through the Indonesian Archipelago, to the Solomons and Palau. (Wikipedia) 🎥👇🏽 @earth_harmony_hub IG | Angry Trini

Hey, early birds! Members get exclusive access to the zoo before it opens tomorrow May 11 for Early Bird Morning. Special benefits during the event include: 🌅Exclusive members-only access to zoo grounds from 8–10 a.m. 🎠Free rides on the AT&T Endangered Species Carousel and Lionel Train Adventure ☕️Free coffee, tea, and hot chocolate in the Member Center 🧸20% discount on gift shop purchases Register now or become a Member to get access: https://www.lpzoo.org/resources-for-members/#:~:text=Join