Dodos and spotted green pigeons are descendants of an island hopping bird

Tuesday, July 15, 2014 - 22:30 in Paleontology & Archaeology

The mysterious spotted green pigeon was a relative of the dodo, according to scientists who have examined its genetic make-up. The authors say their results support a theory that both birds are descended from 'island hopping' ancestors.

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