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  • Saturday, 05 September 2026

A pigeon with a ‘bleeding heart’ has returned after 20 years in Philippines, but its comeback may not be good news

In a stunning turn of events, a Mindoro bleeding-heart pigeon, a critically endangered species, has been photographed for the first time in twenty years. This sighting, occurring in the vibrant Puerto Galera rainforest on Mindoro island, confirms the species still thrives in its natural habitat. The joint efforts of indigenous patrollers and conservationists highlight the importance of protecting the fragile ecosystem that supports this rare bird.

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