last observed in 1774 by G. Forster on Raiatea Island
island forest dweller endemic to Raiatea, Society Islands
no known specimens (original J. Banks specimen lost); J. Forster painting in London
disappeared after introduction of rats and cats
References:
Fuller, E. Extinct Birds of the World QL676.8.F85 1987 ISBN 0-8160-1833-2 p.196
Greenway, J. C. Extinct and Vanishing Birds of the World QL676.7.G7 1967 p.377
Nilsson, G. The Endangered Species Handbook QL82.N55 1983 ISBN 0-938-424-09-7 p.211
Ziswiler, V. Extinct and Vanishing Animals QL88.Z513 1967 p.110
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