Rotuma Myzomela
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Myzomela chermesina Gray, 1846 |
The Rotuma Myzomela (Myzomela chermesina) is a species of bird in the Meliphagidae family. It is endemic to the island of Rotuma in the far north of Fiji.
Its natural habitats are tropical moist lowland forests, secondary forest and coconut plantations. The species is tolerant of habitat loss but is listed as vulnerable due to its tiny range.
[edit] References
- BirdLife International 2004. Myzomela chermesina. 2006 IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. Downloaded on 26 July 2007.