I was under the impression its fate was already decided, Anthea. Apparently
it's on a list of dangerous species.
Peter Shute
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> On 6 May 2017, at 3:41 pm, Brian Fleming <> wrote:
>
> Today's "Guardian" has a report with photos of a Nicobar pigeon which
> was not only seen but captured in the Kimberley, having 'blown in' from
> Southeast Asia. Apparently its fate is being discussed... I hope
> nobody decides that it's a biological menace to Australia. No-one has
> ever taken any action against such self-introductions as the Spotted
> Whistling-Duck and the Cattle Egret. I would rather this new bird on
> the Australian List were left in peace where it was - until the
> twitchers start to chase it.
>
> Anthea Fleming
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