Phan Thi Tim, deputy head of the division, said the birds, including one male and four females, each weighing 190-250 grams, were rescued by residents who voluntarily handed them over. Normally, they would be released immediately, but their injuries required specialized care.

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Nicobar pigeon one of the six protected bird species on Con Dao

Park staff carried out health checks and confirmed all were injured.

According to Nguyen Thai Hau, deputy head of Conservation and International Cooperation at the park, the pigeons will be rehabilitated and later reintroduced to the wild in coordination with the division.

Their release will help boost the population and preserve biodiversity. While in care, the park also plans to introduce the species to visitors, raising awareness of its conservation value.

Authorities praised the community’s role in handing over the birds, noting that public participation is essential for protecting endangered wildlife. Hau said the transfer not only benefits conservation but also reflects growing environmental awareness in Con Dao.

The Nicobar pigeon, native to Southeast Asia, is under threat from habitat loss and illegal hunting. Con Dao is regarded as one of its most suitable habitats in Vietnam.

Source: VNA